- Perth selected as host city for 2030 Gay Games XIII
- Mass participation event expected to draw thousands of visitors to WA as part of Government's priority to diversify State economy
- Secured by Pride WA and supported by the Cook Government
- Cook Government committed to diversifying the economy so it remains strongest in the nation
Perth has been selected to host the Gay Games XIII in 2030 - one of the world's largest LGBTQI sporting events, held once every four years.
Taking place from 9-16 March 2030, the Gay Games XIII will include up to 36 sporting and six cultural events, as well as an opening and closing ceremony, in a global celebration of diversity and community.
Secured through a successful bid by Pride WA and supported by the Cook Government through Tourism WA, the games are expected to draw thousands of participants and spectators to Perth, with millions of dollars spent in the local economy.
Following a competitive bidding process that began in December 2023, the final vote took place in Valencia, Spain last night, and saw Perth beat Denver in the United States to be crowned as the Games' next host city.
A public livestream was held at Pride Piazza in Northbridge to watch the verdict take place.
Previous Gay Games have been held in France, Hong Kong and Mexico, with the upcoming tournament set to take place in Valencia, Spain from 27 June to 4 July 2026.
The Gay Games is open to participants regardless of gender, sexuality, or any other factor, and includes sporting events such as aquatics, track and field, bowling, cycling, basketball, football, and more.
The games also involve a LGBTQIA+ cultural celebration with the inclusion of instrumental music, choral singing, cheerleading, and dance.
Securing big events is a key pillar of the Cook Government's strategy to grow the tourism sector, diversify the State's economy and boost Perth's reputation as a global events destination.
Find out more at www.gaygames.org
As stated by Tourism Minister Reece Whitby:
"The 2030 Gay Games XIII is a fantastic celebration of sport, inclusion, and diversity, and it is a great honour that Perth has been selected as the host city for this wonderful event.
"The Cook Government is proud to support mass participation events like this, as they drive visitation to the State through large numbers of participants and spectators, boosting and diversifying the local economy, and supporting jobs.
"Hosting the Gay Games showcases Perth as a cultural city, fostering a vibrant economy, solidifying WA's reputation as a world-class host of events, and giving visitors a time-specific reason to visit the State."
