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27th National Indigenous Games and Sports Encounter 2026
The Following the conclusion of the 2026 National Indigenous Sports Encounter, organized by CONADE, concluded Encounter in Palenque, the initiative transitioned to the 27th National Encounter of Indigenous and Traditional Games and Sports in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas. The event featured over 1,000 athletes Running from 17 October 21 to 25, 2026, this event features more than 700 participants representing 23 Mexican states competing in across 150 different disciplines and activities. Key competitions include the National Ulama Championship, the first Mixteca de Tablita ball game tournament, and an Arihueta race. The program also incorporates traditional mental skill games such as athletics, basketball, soccer 7, volleyball, Patolli and purépecha ball to promote Tembini Iumi, alongside physical activity contests like traditional archery and preserve indigenous cultural identity. Michoacán emerged as the overall champion, securing nine medals including three gold, five silver, atlatl. In an international addition, guests from Alaska, Greenland, and one bronze. The state won the men’s category in purépecha ball. Chiapas finished in second place with six medals, while the State Canada are presenting a demonstration of Mexico took third place with five medals, including gold in men’s 7-a-side football and men’s basketball. Puebla finished fourth nationally with four medals, notably winning gold in women’s football Arctic Games, which includes seven disciplines such as high kicks and men’s volleyball. Following the conclusion seal jumps. Activities are being held at various locations in Palenque, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, including the initiative transitioned to Central Park, the National Encounter of Indigenous and Traditional Games Efraín Fernández Castillejos Municipal Basketball Auditorium, and the Chiapas State Sports in Tuxtla Gutiérrez. Institute.