Plans for FIS Games Gather Pace

25th May 2023

Last modified on June 3rd, 2023

It would take place every 4 years and would be the biggest event of its kind outside the Winter Olympics. The International Ski & Snowboard Federation is already asking potential host areas to submit bids.

The FIS Games will see multiple snowsports disciplines being staged during a two-week period during the non-Olympic and non-World Championship season.

It would be 16-day competition for Olympic and Paralympic snow sports with around 100 medal events.

It is aiming to have its first edition in 2028.

Events will be held in:

Alpine skiing,
Cross-country skiing,
Freestyle skiing,
Ski jumping
Snowboarding

There would be disciplines that aren’t on the Olympic program:

Speed skiing,
Freeriding
Telemark.

Para Alpine skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing events are also on the preliminary schedule.

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“The FIS Games will be the greatest of all snow sport events; a landmark celebration bringing the FIS family together as never before,” said a statement from the International Ski and Snowboard Federation.

“The world’s greatest athletes will showcase their talents in front of a global audience.”

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The ambition for the FIS Games is huge.

It would have a grand opening ceremony with a goal to “create an exhilarating experience for spectators and athletes on site and an exciting and rich visitor’s event programme.”

The Games claims it will lead the way on sustainability and inclusivity, projecting an inspiring message about the positive impact that major sporting events can have.

The FIS Games will use existing facilities with sustainability and legacy at their core.

FIS has recently appointed a Sustainability Director saying that sustainability is central to the federation’s mission.