From June 18-23, 2026, Denver will host the world’s largest celebration of life — the 2026 Transplant Games of America. Thousands from across the country and around the globe will come together in the Mile High City to honor the courageous families who gave the gift of life and to shine a light on the power of organ, eye, and tissue donation. The 2026 Games will unite transplant recipients, living donors, donor families, caregivers, those awaiting transplant, donation and transplant professionals, supporters, volunteers, and spectators for an unforgettable week of competition, connection, and celebration. With 20 athletic competitions and more than 60 special events and programs, the 2026 Games will showcase stories of hope, resilience, and possibility — inviting all to see what others can’t envision.
What: The Transplant Games of America, the world’s largest Celebration of Life, will bring thousands of transplant recipients, living donors, donor families, patients on the waiting list, medical professionals, and supporters together for six days of athletic competitions, special events, and educational programming.
We are honored to support our mentor and volunteer, Mark McIntosh, and the Denver Host Committee in bringing this inspiring event to our home state. Since 1990, the Transplant Games have been held biennially in cities across the U.S., recognizing the success of organ, eye, and tissue donation while honoring the generosity of donors and their families.
The 2026 Games will feature 20 athletic and recreational competitions for transplant recipients and living donors, along with special events to engage and educate all attendees. Denver’s vibrant community and it being the home base of organizations like the American Transplant Foundation make this the perfect place to host such a meaningful event.
