The World Masters Games (WMG) is an internationally acclaimed multi-sport event that takes place every four years. Hosted jointly by Taipei and New Taipei City, the WMG operates under the inspiring slogan “SPORTS beyond AGE! LIFE without LIMITs!” Unlike typical athletic competitions, the Games feature minimal entry requirements, welcoming all individuals aged 30 and above to participate without stringent qualifications. Emphasizing the principles of “lifelong sports” and “sports for all,” the WMG also serves as a significant global benchmark for sports tourism.
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February 17, 2024 to February 17, 2025
1. WMG comprises “Individual” and “Pair/Team” events. Teams must have a “team name” while Pair names are not required.
2. After selecting the sports, disciplines, and events, choose to create a pair or join a pair. You can also search for teammates in the system or look for “IMGA Masters Games: Complete a team” club on Facebook to find your teammates.
3. After confirming that all Pair/Team members have completed the payment, the admin member who created the Pair/Team must click the “Submit the Pair/Team” button to have a quota place of the sport allocated to the Pair/Team.
1. Athlete training courses
Training courses for a total of 54 sport disciplines are planned and offered for free, after you complete registration for official events of the 2025 WMG. Experienced coaches will be provided. Athletes who want to improve their competition performance and skills can all sign up.
2. Warm-up (test) competitions
In keeping with the age categories and competitive frameworks of each sport, our events aim to foster an entertaining experience at the venue by utilizing sophisticated event models and expert personnel. We encourage all participants to enter the competitions to sharpen their skills and connect with suitable teammates, all in preparation for the official 2025 World Masters Games events.
May 17, 2025 at Taipei Dome
May 30, 2025 at Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf
| Taipei City | ||
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| Taipei Tianmu Baseball Stadium | Taipei Heping Basketball Gymnasium | Taipei Da-An Sports Center |
| Taipei Songshan Sports Center | Taipei Tennis Center | Dajia Riverside Park (Yingfeng Pier) |
| Taipei Arena | Taipei Dome | Taipei Fuqian Square |
| Taipei Municipal Stadium | Huazhong Riverside Park Football Field (Chenguang Football Field) | Taipei Gymnasium |
| Yingfeng Riverside Park Baseball Field (Guanshan Baseball Field) | Yingfeng Riverside Park Football Fields | Bailing Riverside Park Rugby Field |
| Guanshan Riverside Park Woodball Field | Guanshan Riverside Park Cycling Training Circuit | Guanshan Riverside Park Pétanque Terrain |
| Huazhong Riverside Park | Bishan Campground | National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall |
| National Taiwan University Sports Center | University of Taipei (Tianmu Campus) Track and Field Stadium | University of Taipei (Tianmu Campus) Shih-hsin Hall |
| University of Taipei (Tianmu Campus) Gymnasium | Chinese Culture University Gymnasium | Expo Dome |
| New Taipei City | ||
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| Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium | San Chong Civil Sports Center | Zhonghe Civil Sports Center |
| Xinzhuang Civil Sports Center | Banqiao Civil Sports Center | Tucheng Civil Sports Center |
| Xizhi Civil Sports Center | Luzhou Civil Sports Center | Xindian Civil Sports Center |
| Shulin Civil Sports Center – Banshu Gymnasium | Shulin Civil Sports Center – Clay Tennis Center | Banqiao Stadium, New Taipei City |
| Blue Bay Park | San Chong Baseball Stadium | Xinzhuang Athletic Field |
| Xinzhuang Gymnasium, New Taipei City | New Taipei City Plaza | Breeze Canal |
| Metropolitan Baseball Field | Zhongshan Baseball Field | Fulong Beach |
| Fu Jen Catholic University Chung Mei Auditorium | Fu Jen Catholic University Athletic Field | Taiwan Golf Club (Old Tamsui Course) |
| Jinshan Huangqing Bridge | Linkou International Golf & Country Club | |
| Taoyuan City | ||
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| Longtan Sports Complex – Hockey Fields | Longtan Sports Complex – Softball Field | Qingpu Slow Softball Field |
| National Shooting Training Base – Gongxi Shooting Range | Taoyuan City Track and Field Stadium | Taoyuan City Luzhu Civil Sports Center |
| Sunrise Golf & Country Club | Taipei Golf Club | |
| Hsinchu County and City | ||
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| Hsinchu County Second Stadium | National Taiwan University (ChuPei Branch Campus) Football Field | Hsinchu City Velodrome |
| Lily Golf & Country Club | ||
| Yilan County | ||
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| Dongshan River Water Park | Meihua Lake Scenic Area | Wushi Harbor Waiao Beach |
| Annong River International Slalom Course | ||
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