Limerick will play host to the third European Sport for All Games this summer, transforming parks, streets and public spaces into a "colourful celebration" of traditional sports. Limerick Sports Partnership, in partnership with TAFISA (The Association for International Sport for All), has confirmed that the event will take place from August 6 to 11. Over five days, the games will bring together over 250 participants from 26 European delegations, transforming parks, streets and public spaces to celebrate traditional sports, games, heritage and culture. Minister for Arts, Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan, said: “The European Sport For All Games 2026 represents everything that is positive about sport in terms of participation, inclusion and community. We look forward to further unlocking the potential of Limerick’s parks and public spaces through the games, and inviting communities to experience and participate in this European festival celebration.”The games are organised by Limerick Sports Partnership and TAFISA in collaboration with Limerick City and County Council, University of Limerick, Sport Ireland, and co-funded by the European Union.

Source: Irish Examiner March 25, 2026 15:35 UTC