What is it and who can participate?
The State Games of America is an Olympic-style event featuring competition between State Games medal winners (gold, silver, bronze) from across the nation. There are currently 30 states conducting or organizing statewide sports festivals known as State Games.
When is the event held?
The event is hosted every two years on the even year (i.e. 2022, 2024, 2026 etc.).
Where is the event held?
The 2024 State Games of America will be held July 17-21, 2024 in San Diego, CA.
| Previous Host Cities | Year | Number of Sports | Guest Cauldron Lighter |
| St. Louis, MO | 1999 | 15 | Jackie Joyner Kersey |
| St. Louis, MO | 2001 | 15 | Jackie Joyner Kersey |
| Hartford, CT | 2003 | 15 | Suzy Whaley (Pro Golfer) |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 2005 | 24 | Rulon Gardner |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 2007 | 29 | Michelle Kwan |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 2009 | 31 | Henry Cejudo |
| San Diego, CA | 2011 | 24 | Evan Pittman (FL Athlete) |
| Hershey-Harrisburg, PA | 2013 | 29 | |
| Lincoln, NE | 2015 | 53 | Lolo Jones and Jordan Burroughs |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 2017 | 48 | Mackenzie Woodring |
| Lynchburg, VA | 2019 | 37 | Dot Richardson |
| Ames-Des Moines, IA | 2022* | 40 | Lisa Koll-Uhl and David Carr |
Next Bidding Opportunity
Interested in hosting the 2026/2028 State Games of America? Click here to view the RFP. Please contact kevin@baystategames.org for more information or questions.
What sports are offered?
The number of sports hosted in a State Games competition varies depending on the host city. For more information and specifics on the State Games of America, please visit www.StateGamesofAmerica.com
