The 2026 First Responder Games is the premier Olympic-style multi-sport competition exclusively for America's bravest — police officers, firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, military personnel, and federal agents. Held April 12–26, 2026 across multiple venues in Palm Beach County, Florida including West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens, this two-week athletic spectacular celebrates the incredible physical and mental fortitude of first responders.
Competitors from across the nation will compete in dozens of sporting events spanning track and field, swimming, cycling, team sports, tactical competitions, and more. The Games honor the camaraderie and brotherhood/sisterhood that define emergency service culture, creating a once-in-a-year opportunity for heroes from different agencies and disciplines to compete side by side.
Beyond the competition, the First Responder Games serve as a powerful platform for mental health awareness and peer connection. Many participants speak of the Games as a transformative experience — one that reminds them why they chose a life of service and reconnects them with a nationwide family of fellow heroes.
Spectators are welcome at most events, and the sunny Palm Beach County venues provide a spectacular backdrop for world-class athletic performance. Vendors, sponsor exhibits, and community booths make the Games a full festival experience for families and supporters.
Whether you are competing, cheering on a colleague, or attending as a proud community member, the 2026 First Responder Games are not to be missed. Register as an athlete or register as a spectator at firstrespondergames.com and be part of the most exciting first responder event of the year.
