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The North Queensland Games celebrates its 42nd year in 2026, hosting 40+ sports in Mackay, The Whitsundays and Isaac regions and welcomes athletes of all ages to attend.
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Established 1984, The North Queensland Games offers a diverse, unique and dynamic event for athletes of all abilities, at all competition levels to celebrate and compete in their chosen sports.
From future Gold Medallists to first time entrants - we provide sports opportunities for all ranges of life!
Please click on the icon to find out more information about your sport
The North Queensland Games have announced a new partnership with PEAK^ (peak.app), the performance and wellbeing platform founded by North Queensland Olympian and Heptathlete Tori West, ahead of the 2026 North Queensland Games to be held in Mackay from 1-4 May. The partnership will see PEAK work alongside Games organisers to champion athlete preparation, recovery […]
Get ready to gear up and show your Games spirit! We have everything you need including basketball singlets, shirts, shorts, polos, bucket hats, socks and drink bottles. Simply select the “SHOP” button on the top right of the website to be redirected to the Struddy’s merchandise store. Get in quick so you don’t miss out!!
Mackay is set to host regional Australia’s largest and most iconic multi-sport event, with the 2026 Mackay North Queensland Games to be held from May 1 to May 4, 2026. Running since 1984, The North Queensland Games will bring together thousands of athletes, officials and supporters from across the region, celebrating grassroots sport, community pride […]
The North Queensland Games is proudly supported by the Queensland Government
Interested in becoming a partner for the North Queensland 2026 games? Get in touch
