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Registration is open for the 2026 State Games of Tennessee, which will take place in Jackson over several weekends.
The event will run on May 30, June 5-7, June 12-14, and June 20, according to a May 14 announcement from the Greater Jackson Chamber.
The State Games of Tennessee allow athletes of all ages and skill levels to compete in a variety of sports.
This year’s lineup includes cycling, disc golf, eGames, mahjong, table tennis, ultimate, youth baseball and softball, youth tennis, pickleball, volleyball, basketball, cornhole and running events such as the 5K road race and trail run, according to the announcement.
Athletes will compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals.
In some sports, winners will qualify for the State Games of America, giving them a chance to compete nationally.
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June 5 marks Opening Ceremony
The community is invited to attend the opening ceremony on June 5. The event is free and will feature a parade of athletes, the lighting of the cauldron, and a celebration to kick off the games.
Organizers are also looking for volunteers to help with the event, according to the announcement. Volunteers are needed for various tasks, including registration, event operations, and athlete support. Individuals 16 and older are encouraged to sign up.
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“The State Games of Tennessee continues to grow as a signature event for our community,” organizers said. “We invite athletes, families, and volunteers to be part of this exciting tradition as we build something that will have a lasting impact for years to come.”
How to register
The State Games of Tennessee are part of a national network of state games modeled after the Olympic Games. The event aims to promote fitness, sportsmanship, and community engagement through competition.
Those interested in watching or competing can register on the event schedule page of the State Games website and volunteers can sign up on the site's designated volunteer page.
This story was created by reporter Sarah Best, [[email protected]], with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process.
This article originally appeared on Jackson Sun: Registration open for 2026 State Games of Tennessee
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