# 2026 Argentine sports events > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2026-argentine-sports-events > Updated: 2026-08-16T23:09:19.000Z. Sources: 30. Developments: 4. Preparations for the 13th South American Games in Santa Fe, Rosario, and Rafaela, scheduled for September 12–26, 2026, have entered a final countdown phase. The event will feature over 4,000 athletes from 15 countries competing in 43 sports and 60 disciplines, with 26 disciplines offering qualification spots for the Lima 2027 Pan American Games. Infrastructure development remains on schedule. Projects include the Pedro Candioti High Performance Sports Center (CARD) in Santa Fe, where a Mondo synthetic track is being installed, and a new multi-purpose handball stadium. Governor Maximiliano Pullaro has emphasized the long-term legacy of these infrastructure improvements. The South American Torch, which originated in Tiwanaku, Bolivia, is currently touring all 19 departments of the Santa Fe province to promote the games. In Santa Fe, approximately 40,000 people gathered at the Costanera to witness the torch's arrival and the lighting of the Portal. The relay will continue through August and September, with the city of Recreo scheduled to host community activities including eGames and sports demonstrations. National delegations continue to finalize rosters. Argentina has confirmed a 30-member team for cycling and BMX Racing (including 15 men and 11 women for cycling). The Chilean delegation is expected to include 36 athletes (14 women and 22 men), including five representatives from Club Manquehue who have already qualified for track and field events. ## Claims - More than 4,000 athletes from 15 countries are expected to participate in the games. (corroborated by 2 sources) - More than 4,000 athletes from 15 countries are expected to participate. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Governor Maximiliano Pullaro stated that the Games will leave a lasting historical legacy for the province. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Approximately 40,000 people attended the arrival of the South American Torch in Santa Fe. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Infrastructure projects for the 2026 Games include a new multipurpose stadium and works at the High Performance Sports Center. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The South American Torch will travel through all 19 departments of the Santa Fe province. (single source) - The XIII South American Games will take place in Santa Fe, Rosario, and Rafaela from September 12 to 26, 2026. (single source) - Argentina has confirmed a cycling and BMX Racing team consisting of 30 athletes for the 2026 Games. (single source) - The Chilean national delegation for the games will consist of 36 athletes, including 14 women and 22 men. (single source) - The South American Torch arrived in Rosario from Bolivia. (single source) - The XIII South American Games will take place in Santa Fe, Rosario, and Rafaela, Argentina. (single source) - The games are scheduled to begin on September 12, 2026. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-16: Santa Fe hosts torch arrival for 2026 South American Games The South American Torch has arrived in Santa Fe, drawing 40,000 people as the province prepares for the 2026 South American Games and ongoing infrastructure developments. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santa-fe-hosts-torch-arrival-for-2026-south-american-games ### 2026-08-14: South American Games 2026 preparations advance in Argentina Preparations for the 2026 South American Games in Santa Fe, Argentina, are underway as the South American Torch begins its provincial tour and national athletic delegations confirm their participants. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-american-games-2026-preparations-intensify-in-santa-fe ### 2026-08-12: Santa Fe 2026 South American Games preparations accelerate Preparations for the 2026 South American Games in Santa Fe, Argentina, are advancing with major infrastructure projects nearing completion and the South American Torch beginning its provincial tour. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santa-fe-2026-south-american-games-to-host-4000-athletes ### 2026-08-07: Santa Fe 2026 South American Games prepare with new arena and medals Argentina prepares for the 2026 South American Games in Santa Fe with the unveiling of official medals and the inauguration of the Invencible Arena in Rosario as part of a $90 million infrastructure plan. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-announces-cycling-and-tennis-squads-for-2026-south-american-games --- Cite as: 2026 Argentine sports events. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/2026-argentine-sports-events