State Games of America
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 next event held?
The 2022 State Games of America will be held July 27-31, 2022* in Ames-Des Moines, IA.
| Previous Host Cities | Year | Number of Sports | Guest Torch 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* |
*2021 State Games of America was postponed due to State Games across the country being canceled due to COVID-19
Next Bidding Opportunity
Interested in hosting the 2026/2028 State Games of America?
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
