Ireland Summer Games

Ireland Summer Games

Various Locations, Thursday 18th June - Sunday 21st June

Ireland’s largest inclusive sporting event takes place 18–21st June. Over 1,200 athletes compete across 12 sports over four action-packed days!

Kicking off on Thursday 18th June, join us at Tallaght Stadium for the Ireland Summer Games Opening Ceremony — a celebration of our athletes! Featuring the Law Enforcement Torch Run’s Torch of Hope, this event will ignite 3 unforgettable days of excitement, inclusion, and competition.

From Friday 19th to Sunday 21st of June over 1200 Athletes from every corner of the island will compete at an all-island level in 12 sports, across 10 venues!
You can also enjoy inspiring showcases from our Young Athletes and MATP Programmes. The on-site health screening event from our health programme will ensure every athlete has the resources to stay healthy!

Our final Closing & Awards Ceremony on Sunday 21st will celebrate the amazing skill, and talent of our athletes who gave their all to compete at the Ireland Summer Games 2026

Date:
Thursday 18th June - Sunday 21st June
Time:
Varies

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