The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed that the host city for the 2036 Summer Olympics will be selected in 2029, setting a clear timetable for the contest. IOC President Kirsty Coventry announced the timeline during the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Milan, Italy, on February 6, 2026.
Bidding Process Details
The IOC will launch a new bidding process in 2027, allowing potential host cities to express interest. The selection will follow a streamlined approach, emphasizing sustainability and existing infrastructure. According to the IOC, the 2036 host will be chosen at an IOC session in 2029.
This marks a shift from traditional bidding, where cities campaigned years in advance. The IOC aims to reduce costs and encourage more candidates. "The new process is designed to make hosting more accessible," said an IOC spokesperson.
Implications for Future Games
The 2036 Olympics will follow the 2032 Games in Brisbane, Australia, already awarded under the same flexible model. The IOC hopes this timetable encourages bids from regions like Africa or Latin America, which have never hosted. No official candidates have emerged yet, but India, Indonesia, and Qatar have expressed interest.
