WORLD TRANSPLANT GAMES 2027

Connected for life

From 1 – 8 August 2027, Leuven proudly hosts the 26th edition of the World Transplant Games. For the first time ever in Belgium, more than 2,000 athletes, together with their families, living donors, and donor families, will come together to highlight the life-changing power of transplantation and sport as a way of life.

The Games are a week of connection and inspiration.

A moment to celebrate second chances!

Be part of a truly inspiring event

Step into a unique international stage where sport and life come together. The World Transplant Games unite transplant recipients, living donors, donor families and supporters from across the globe in a celebration of resilience, recovery and hope.

Sports for every ambition

Whether you are aiming for a personal best or simply want to enjoy the experience, the Games offer a wide range of sports and competition levels. Every discipline is an opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate what your body can achieve, at your own pace and with your own goal.

Feel the power of the community

The World Transplant Games are an emotional and unforgettable journey. Share moments with athletes and supporters who understand your story, be inspired by incredible achievements, and experience the unique atmosphere of unity and respect. Here, every finish line tells a story, and yours is part of it!

Each organ donor can save up to 8 lives and improve many more

Worldwide, more than 650,000 people are waiting for a life-saving organ transplant

1.463 Belgians are currently on a waiting list for an organ transplant

1.093 organ transplants were performed last year in Belgium

Every day, around 3 people in Belgium receive a life-saving organ transplant

1963, the first ever kidney transplantation from a brain-dead donor was performed in Leuven

The Games were first held in 1978, making it one of the longest-running international multi-sport events

1st time the World Transplant Games will be hosted in Belgium

Be part of a life-changing story

Volunteers are the heartbeat of the World Transplant Games. Help create unforgettable moments, support athletes from around the world, and contribute to a powerful story of hope, resilience and second chances.

Join a team that makes second chances possible. Step in, make a difference, and experience the World Transplant Games from the inside.