Levi (Kittilä)
Levi Fell
Giant Slalom, Slalom
M30–69/M70+ / W30–59/W60+
3
TBC
The Winter World Masters Games alpine competitions take place in Levi - Finland’s top international alpine ski resort. Levi is a regular stop on the FIS World Cup tour, where the world’s best open the winter season every November. In 2028, the same venue welcome Masters athletes from around the globe.
Lahti
Lahti Ski Stadium / Salpausselkä
Individual, Sprint, Relay
M30–69/M70+ / W30–59/W60+
3
TBC
Biathlon returns to the iconic Lahti Ski Stadium—three-time host of the Biathlon World Championships—for its first top-tier international action in over two decades. You’ll test endurance skiing and precision shooting on a new range across Lahti’s legendary tracks.
Lahti
Lahti Ski Stadium / Salpausselkä
Short/Middle/Long (Classic & Free), Relay
M30–69/M70+ / W30–59/W60+
6
TBC
Lahti is the capital of ski sports and host of the 2029 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships. Before the WSC arrive, Masters skiers get the chance to test themselves on the exact same stadium and legendary tracks of Salpausselkä.
Lahti
RTK Arena (Lahti)
Mixed, Mixed Doubles
TBC
up to 7
TBC
The City of Lahti hosts Masters curling at RTK Arena, an ice centre with three rinks - one dedicated to curling. A perfect spot to team competitions a short walk or ride away from Lahti City Centre, Lahti Sports Centre and the Masters Main Hub.
Lahti
Wemasto Arena (Lahti Sports Center)
Men & Ladies Individual, Pairs, Ice Dance, Synchronised
According to Masters Rules
7 (TBC)
TBC
Lahti provides the ice and stage for Masters competitions in singles, pairs, and synchronized skating. Finland has a deep figure skating tradition, and Lahti extends this heritage to Masters athletes with professional ice quality and show-like presentation.
Heinola
Heinola Ice Hall, Vierumäki Resort
Women / Men 30+ / Men 50+
W 30/40+ M30/40/50/60+ (TBC)
TBC
TBC
Ice hockey is Finland’s true national sport – and in Heinola and nearby Vierumäki, Masters players take the ice in a tournament that combines competition with camaraderie.
Lahti
Lahti Ski Stadium, Salpausselkä
Individual Gundersen HS38, HS70
M30–69/M70+ / W30–59/W60+
TBC
TBC
Lahti is one of the world’s most famous Nordic combined venues, with its stadium, ski jumps, and cross-country trails side by side. In 2028, Masters athletes will enjoy the same setup as generations of World Championship legends.
Lahti
Pajulahti Resort (TBC)
500m, 1000m, 1500m, Relay (TBC)
TBC
TBC
TBC
Short track brings speed, tactics, and excitement to the Games. Known for its tight races and dramatic finishes, it offers a true test of skill and nerve.
Lahti
Lahti Ski Stadium, Salpausselkä
Individual HS38, HS70, HS100, Team HS70
M30–69/M70+ / W30–59/W60+
TBC
TBC
Few places in the world can match Lahti’s ski jumping hills, part of every major FIS event for decades. Masters jumpers will fly from the same hills that have crowned the world’s bests.
Lahti
Salpausselkä Geo Park
Trail Runs: Short/Middle/Long
M30–69/M70+ / W30–59/W60+
TBC
TBC
Snow running brings a new endurance challenge to the Games. On Lahti’s snow-covered forest paths, participants test strength and stamina in Finland’s pure winter environment.
Lahti
Kisapuisto
500m, 1000m, 1500m, 3000m, 5000m, 10000m
TBC
3
TBC
Lahti hosts Masters speed skating on long track, continuing Finland’s tradition in the sport. Athletes will race in professional facilities designed for both speed and precision.
Lahti
Lake Pool Pajulahti
25/50/200 m BS, FS + Relays 4 x 25m
M30–69/M70+ / W30–59/W60+
4
TBC
Masters winter swimming takes place at Lake Pool Pajulahti in Lahti. Cold water, clear access, and warm saunas for the full experience of Finland’s most Finnish sport.
Heinola
Kippasuo, Heinola Disc Golf Park
M/W Singes, Pairs (TBC)
M/W 30+ (TBC)
TBC
TBC
Join fellow friends and masters athletes for a fun yet competitive disc golf event at Kippasuo Disc Golf Park, where you can test your skills on a high-quality course and enjoy relaxed social time with peers.
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The world’s biggest winter multi-sport event for masters and active adults aged 30+.
Winter World Masters Games is a "Sports for All. Sports for Lifetime" -event. Open to all levels.
Held every four years. From 2028 every two years.
The International Masters Games Association (IMGA) is the representative body of Masters sport worldwide and founded in 1985 to support the Olympic movement and ‘sport for all’ philosophy. The IMGA is a non-profit organisation recognised by the International Olympic Committee.
The IMGA is about more than just sport. They celebrate with us the unbreakable human spirit to achieve our potential and inspire others. They champion our community of dreamers from around the world who play sport to build friendships and connect, next to maintaining their physical and mental wellbeing. A fulfilling and happy life is possible at any age.
In short: Sport For Life. Life Without Limits.
Finland, 2028 — hosted across Lahti, Heinola, and Levi.
The Games take place between 14-23, January 2028.
Sport schedule will be announced later.
Anyone 30+ by the sport’s age-calculation rules. Most masters events use five-year age bands for men and women. Some sports may require licenses or insurance certificates. Details to be confirmed per sport later in this site.
No. This is by a definition a sports for all event. For active movers, for motivated masters, for you and me — from first-timers to ex-pros. Just enter when registration opens (pre-registration is not binding). However, we stick to international masters rules - some exceptions may occur in some sports. Find more detailed information from this site.
Typically five-year bands (30–34, 35–39, … up to 90+). Many masters rules use “age on December 31 of the preceding year.” Final rules per sport will be published with registration.
Price for registration will be informed as soon as possible.
The Registration prices for the previous Winter World Masters Games in 2020 (Innsbruck, AUT) and 2024 (Lombardia, ITA) were 200 - 220 EUR / person.
A full winter program across ski, skate, ice, and snow.
The final sport list and competition formats will be posted before registration opens. As of today 10/12 sports are confirmed to official program.
See the "Sports" section of this page.
Usually yes, as scheduling allows. The confirmed limit, clash rules and additional fees will be informed before the registration to competitions open.
Pre-registration = free, non-binding expression of interest. You get first to know, early-bird perks, discounts, and entry to our “gift-a-free entry” draw. And a secured spot in your desired sports if you claim it during the priority access to registration. That's is a short period before registration opens for all. You will be informed by email including the pre-registrants link to registration.
Registration (opens later in 2026) means, that you choose your events, pay the entrance fee, and complete the registration form.
Yes. Bring your people. We’ll share venue access and fan info closer to the event.
Full registration opens in 2026, exact date to be published.
Pre-register today and join the Masters list for WWMG 2028 — first to know, priority registration, exclusive discounts, and a chance to gift a free entry.
It's free. It's non-binding - but secures you spot in your desired sports, if you then decide to claim it when registration opens. Pre-registered persons have access to registration before others.
Here are the best links to get more detailed information about visiting Lahti, Heinola and Levi.
Send us email: info@lahtiskigames.com