Napoli to host second stage of Italian Urban Games in November 2026

Napoli will host the second national stage of the Italian Urban Games from November 5 to 8, 2026, at the PalaVesuvio in Ponticelli. The event, which follows a stage in Rome and precedes the final in Lignano Sabbiadoro, is part of Napoli's designation as the European Capital of Sport for 2026.

Approximately 2,000 athletes and students will participate in over 20 different disciplines, including urban sports, traditional games, and para-sports. The program includes dedicated school activities on Thursday and Friday, followed by public events on the weekend. Highlights include the Italian Teqball Championship and a day dedicated to para-sports for visually impaired athletes on Saturday, and a tug-of-war championship on Sunday.

The event is promoted by the Federazione Italiana Giochi e Sport Tradizionali in collaboration with several sports federations and associations, with support from the Municipality of Naples and CONI Campania.