Japan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia Named Asian Games Hosts up to 2034 while India Sets Sights on 2038 Edition

The Olympic Council of Asia has locked in host nations through 2034. Japan takes the stage in 2026, followed by Qatar in 2030 and Saudi Arabia in 2034. Meanwhile, India has officially submitted a bid to secure the 2038 edition in Ahmedabad.

Oct 3, 2026, 12:35 IST
Asian Games host countries list 2026 to 2034 (Photo: Wikimedia)
Asian Games host countries list 2026 to 2034 (Photo: Wikimedia)

There will be significant improvements in the global multi-sport calendar, especially Asian Games. The fans follow the list of the official Asian Games host countries in advance as the 2026 Asian Games approaches the date of its conclusion on October 4th.

Understanding which country is the host of the Asian Games in 2026, 2030, and 2034 allows federations and players to prepare in advance.

Countries like Japan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia have already been appointed as the host countries of Asian Games from 2026 to 2034. In addition, India has bid on Ahmedabad as the Asian Games 2038 venue. The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) confirms that the evaluation of these host cities guarantees world-class facilities for the Asian athletes.

Asian Games Host Countries and Cities List for 2026, 2030, and 2034

Tournament's path is set out through three host countries. First of all, Japan is organizing the 20th Asian Games in Aichi Nagoya. Then, it will be time for Qatar to host the tournament again in Doha in 2030; that city had been the host before in 2006.

Afterwards, Saudi Arabia will organize the Asian Games in 2034 in Riyadh. This is a conscious decision aimed at developing sport facilities in the Gulf countries.

Edition
Year
Asian Games Host City
Asian Games Host Country
20th
2026
Aichi-Nagoya
Japan
21st
2030
Doha
Qatar
22nd
2034
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia

For example, the Asian games 2030 venues in Doha will use existing high-class facilities developed for international competitions. Likewise, the Asian Games 2034 venues in Riyadh fit into the kingdom's overall strategy for hosting international multi-sport games.

India Formally Enters Race for 2038 Asian Games Venue

Beyond 2034, there is mounting interest in the bidding for the 2038 asian games venue. India has officially expressed its desire to host the 2038 games from Ahmedabad in Gujarat.

  • Infrastructure Push: The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave and the Veer Savarkar Complex form the heart of the project.

  • Long-term Sports Vision: Hosting the event fits inside a broader plan, alongside India's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games.

  • Decision Timeline: The OCA confirmed the final host decision for 2038 will be discussed in upcoming executive meetings, with nations like South Korea, Vietnam, and Mongolia also expressing interest.

  • The official documents of the government have it on record that there are plans to develop an integrated sports city in Ahmedabad, and this will benefit the sportspersons as well as any future bidding process.

    Harshita Singh

    Senior Executive - Editorial

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