The 2026 Asian Games schedule runs from September 19 to October 4, 2026, as Aichi and Nagoya, Japan host the continent’s biggest multi-sport event. With 43 sports, 469 medal events, and all 45 Asian National Olympic Committees competing, there is a lot to follow. This guide has the full date range, what is new for 2026, and a free printable day-by-day calendar and medal-count tracker so you can follow every session and tally the medal table yourself.
Free Printable 2026 Asian Games Calendar & Medal Tracker
The pack is a single PDF with two pages: a day-by-day competition calendar you fill in with the finals you are following, and a medal-count table with likely leaders pre-filled and blank rows for the rest.
2026 Asian Games: Key Facts
| Host | Aichi and Nagoya, Japan |
| Opening Ceremony | September 19, 2026 (Paloma Mizuho Stadium) |
| Closing Ceremony | October 4, 2026 |
| Sports / Events | 43 sports, 469 medal events |
| Nations | All 45 Asian NOCs |
What Is New for 2026
The Aichi-Nagoya Games add a wave of new sports to the program alongside the traditional Asian Games staples.
- Six debut sports: freestyle BMX, mixed martial arts, padel, surfing, teqball, and virtual taekwondo.
- Cricket returns as a full medal sport, a big draw across South Asia.
- Esports features 11 medal events after its breakout at the previous Games.
- Regional favorites like kabaddi, sepak takraw, wushu, kurash, and ju-jitsu remain on the program.
How the Medal Race Usually Shapes Up
China has topped the Asian Games medal table for decades, with Japan and South Korea traditionally battling for second and third. Host Japan will push hard on home soil, while India has set records at recent Games and aims to climb higher. The printable tracker pre-fills these likely contenders so you can tally golds, silvers, and bronzes as the results come in.
How to Watch the 2026 Asian Games
The Asian Games are not carried on traditional US television. In the United States, coverage is mostly through international streaming services and the Olympic Council of Asia’s broadcast partners, so check the regional listings for the sport you want to follow. Fans across Asia will find wide coverage on national broadcasters.
2026 Asian Games Schedule FAQ
When are the 2026 Asian Games?
The 2026 Asian Games run from September 19 to October 4, 2026, hosted by Aichi and Nagoya, Japan, with the opening and closing ceremonies at Paloma Mizuho Stadium.
How many sports are at the 2026 Asian Games?
There are 43 sports and 469 medal events on the 2026 program, including six new sports plus cricket and esports.
Which country wins the most Asian Games medals?
China has led the Asian Games medal table for many editions, typically ahead of Japan and South Korea. Use the printable tracker to follow the 2026 race as it unfolds.
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