The dates for the VI World Nomad Games have been set: August 31 – September 6, 2026.

From August 31 to September 6, 2026, the Kyrgyz Republic will host the VI World Nomad Games.

The opening ceremony will take place on August 31 in the city of Bishkek at the Bishkek Arena venue. The main program of the Games will be held in the Issyk-Kul Region, where key events of the sports, cultural, and scientific programs will take place. The closing ceremony will be held on September 6 on the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul.

Participants and guests from more than 100 countries are expected. The World Nomad Games will once again highlight the role of the Kyrgyz Republic as an international platform for intercultural dialogue and respect for traditions.