AsiaPacific Outgames

The AsiaPacific Outgames are a regional multisport event held every three years for LGBT athletes and participants in the Asia-Pacific region. They are a regional derivation of the World Outgames, as both are organized by the GLISA.

History

2008

The first AsiaPacific Outgames were first held from 30 January to 3 February 2008 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

2011

The second AsiaPacific Outgames were first held from 12 March to 19 March 2011 in Wellington, New Zealand.

2014

The third AsiaPacific OutGames was held from 10 May to 16 May 2014 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.

Games

Edition	Year	Host		Dates	Notes
I	2008	Melbourne	Australia	2008-01-30—2008-02-03
II	2011	Wellington	New Zealand	2011-03-12—2011-03-19
III	2014	Darwin	Australia	2014-05-10—2014-05-16

Sports

In 2014, the following sports are set to be made available. Ongoing interest in the Outgames will of course lead to further additions of athletic sports to the ever growing list.

• Athletics (Track and Field)
• Aquathon (Swim and Run)
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Dancesport
• Dragon Boat
• Football (Soccer)
• Golf
• Hockey
• Lawn Bowls
• Outrun
• Roller Derby
• Softball
• Squash
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Tenpin Bowling
• Touch Football
• Volleyball

See also

• EuroGames
• North American Outgames

External links

• Official website 2011 Wellington Outgames
  • Total Medal Tally by Sport
• Official website 2014 Darwin OutGames