Denver Kicks Off Critical Week in Journey Towards Bringing 2030 Gay Games to the Mile High City

Site Visits, Community Night, and “Federation of Gay Games” Day all combine to form a crucial week for the city's bid.

DENVER, COLORADO, USA (July 15, 2025) Denver’s bid to host the 2030 Gay Games enters the home stretch this week with a full slate of critical milestones. Federation of Gay Games (FGG) official site inspectors  have arrived in the city and, over the course of the week, will inspect the proposed venues that would play host to 36 sporting events and a full slate of cultural events should Denver win the 2030 Gay Games.

As one of two cities vying to host the 2030 Games, the Gay Games Denver 2030 Bid Committee (GGDEN2030) has worked closely with Visit Denver and City and State Leaders to showcase the city’s immense international appeal and strong community support to FGG members. In recognition of the importance of winning the Games and bringing 10,000+ athletes, participants, and spectators to Denver, the City of Denver declared today, July 15th “Federation of Gay Games Day”. Along with this proclamation, Denver is welcoming the Gay Games inspectors throughout downtown with banners as well as specially illuminated buildings

GGDEN2030 members and Cheer Colorado welcome site selection members to Denver.

Tomorrow, July 16th 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., GGDEN2030 will bring together supporters of the bid at a free Community Night at ReelWorks Denver (1399 35th St. Denver CO. 80205). All are welcome to enjoy entertainment, and hear from local and state officials, business leaders, and community leaders about the bid, learn more about the Gay Games, and show support for this incredible chance to bring the world’s largest LGBTQ+ sporting and cultural event to Denver!

After this week of site visits and community events concludes, GGDEN2030 will travel to Valencia, Spain – the site of the 2026 Gay Games – in October to show the committee one final time why they should select Denver as host city and bring the world “Together, Out, West” in 2030.

If you can't attend our events but want to be part of the movement to bring the 2030 Gay Games to Denver, you can still make an impact by donating directly through our new GoFundMe.

Furthermore, GGDEN2030 is actively seeking volunteers, letters of support, and short videos of support from community members. Learn how to get involved by visiting GGDEN2030’s “Support” page here, and use the information below to stay in the know about community events in the works as we work to bring the world “Together, Out, West” in 2030. To learn more about and register for the 2026 Gay Games in Valencia, Spain, visit the Valencia Games website.

GGDEN2030 calls to action:

● Visit www.ggden2030.com to sign-up for updates & more

● Email info@ggden2030.com

○ Letters of support from LGBTQIA2S+ and ally personalities, politicians, businesses, media, sport and cultural organizations

○ Fundraising inquiries for corporate sponsorships, foundations, individual giving

○ Professional and volunteer support

● Follow social media Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

ABOUT THE GAY GAMES

The Gay Games is an international sporting and cultural event held every four years under the principles of Participation, Inclusion, and Personal Best™. A participant doesn’t have to be LGBTQIA2S+ to participate as the Gay Games is open to all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, athletic or artistic ability, age, physical challenge, or health status. The Federation of Gay Games mission promotes equity, diversity and inclusion through sport and culture. The Gay Games was conceived by Dr. Tom Waddell, an Olympic decathlete, and was first held in San Francisco in 1982. Subsequent Gay Games were held in San Francisco (1986), Vancouver (1990), New York (1994), Amsterdam (1998), Sydney (2002), Chicago (2006), Cologne (2010), Cleveland+Akron (2014), Paris (2018), Hong Kong and Guadalajara (2023), and Gay Games XII will take place in Valencia in 2026.

ABOUT THE GAY GAMES DENVER 2030 BID COMMITTEE (GGDEN2030):

The GGDEN2030 Bid Committee is a dedicated volunteer group of community leaders, organizers, and advocates working to bring the 2030 Gay Games to Denver, Colorado. The committee is committed to showcasing Denver’s inclusive spirit and its capacity to host a world-class event that celebrates diversity and promotes human rights.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Lance Husak and Lisa Seib, Gay Games Denver 2030 Bid Committee Co-Chairs info@ggden2030.com

Matthew Bendure, Gay Games Denver 2030 Bid Committee Communications Director matthew@ggden2030.com

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