January 22, 2026 | 05:08 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The year 2026 is projected to feature a packed calendar for international sports. Several major sporting events are not only attractive to sports fans but also open up opportunities for a full-fledged experiential tourism journey for global travelers.
According to Time Out, traveling to watch sports matches can inspire more comprehensive travel packages. In between the sporting events, travelers can also explore the surrounding cities for nature, history, culture, or culinary tourism. Here are several international sports agendas that can serve as inspiration for travel destinations.
International Sports Events to Visit in 2026
1. Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics and Paralympics
The Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics and Paralympics will take place from February 6 to 22, 2026, followed by the Paralympics from March 6 to 15, 2026. This multi-sport event will feature athletes from around the world in sports such as curling, bobsleigh, skiing, and ice skating.
Italy, as the host country, offers tourists the opportunity to enjoy the grandeur of art, architecture, and cuisine in the city of Milan, as well as the beauty of the Dolomites in Cortina d'Ampezzo, between matches.
2. Super Bowl 60
Super Bowl 60, held on February 8, 2026, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, will be the center of attention for American sports fans. The final of this American football event, complete with international artist performances during the game, opens up opportunities for tourism that combines sports, pop culture, and the popular natural scenery of the surrounding areas, such as Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park.
3. FIFA Men's World Cup 2026
The summer will attract global attention with the FIFA Men's World Cup 2026, held from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across three host countries. This most prestigious competition in international football involves 48 teams competing in 104 matches, spread across 16 stadiums.
Football enthusiasts can turn this trip into a cross-country exploration while enjoying the cultural diversity in cities such as Seattle and Miami in the United States, as well as Toronto, Vancouver, and Mexico City in Canada and Mexico.
4. Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026
Finally, the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026 will be held from July 23 to August 2, 2026. Uniting more than 70 Commonwealth countries and territories, this event not only brings together athletes from all the Commonwealth nations but also provides the opportunity for visitors to explore the city of Glasgow, known for its pubs, museums, and distinctive street art, as part of the sports tourism experience.
Putri Az Zahra Suherman contributed to this article
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