Overview

• The Invictus Games Foundation has shortlisted Aalborg in Denmark, Italy's Veneto Region, Abuja in Nigeria, Daejeon in South Korea, Kyiv in Ukraine, and San Diego in the United States to host the 2029 Games.
• Abuja has already broken ground on an Armed Forces Invictus Centre as part of its bid to deliver the first Games in Africa.
• Daejeon is the only Asian contender and would host the Games in a city known for its national cemetery and veterans hospital.
• Kyiv's proposal moves forward despite ongoing conflict, with Ukrainian officials emphasizing sport's role in veterans' recovery.
• Candidate cities will refine their plans over the next year ahead of a final host announcement in summer 2026, following Birmingham's selection for the 2027 Games.