Off-Field Events During the Games


Opening Ceremonies (1st Tuesday) Free to Athletes
Concert and Celebration (2nd Tuesday) Free to Athletes
Friendship Festival (Wed- Friday both weeks) Free to Athletes
Health Screenings (1st & 2nd week) Free to Athletes and Friends
John H. Morgan Endurance Awards (Both Sundays) Those who have participated 15+ years receive a gift at each 5-year milestone
Hall of Fame Banquet (First Wednesday) Black-tie-optional event - Additional Cost. Purchase online.

Siva Pasefika
Opening Ceremonies
October 7, 2025

Celebrate Huntsman World Senior Games' founding principles: fostering worldwide peace, health, and friendship. Opening Ceremonies starts every year at 7:00 PM at the Burns Arena, Utah Tech University. In 2024, the evening included the Parade of Athletes, a rousing cultural performance from Siva Pasefika, and the traditional Flag Extravaganza. There will be music and fun activities before everyone lines up for the Parade of Athletes at 6:30 PM.

Band Abba
Concert & Celebration
October 14, 2025

Every year we have a free concert featuring musical performers. In 2024, the event featured the biggest hits of ABBA, performed by BandAbba - The Ultimate Tribute to Abba. All the fun takes place in the Burns Arena on the Campus of Utah Tech University

Huntsman World Senior Games cauldron picture
Friendship Festival
Wednesday-Friday, Both Weeks

From Wednesday to Friday each week during the Huntsman World Senior Games, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, join us at the Friendship Festival. A haven for athletes to enjoy music, games, food, and foster enduring bonds. More than a festivity, it's a communal celebration uniting the world through sport. Each athlete gets a dinner ticket to use at the food trucks at the festival.

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Picture of logo for HWSG Health Screenings
Health Screenings
Presented By George S. & Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation

Elevate your athletic journey at the Huntsman World Senior Games, where Health, Peace, and Friendship are at the heart of what we do. Join us this October for our annual health screenings, provided by the generous contributions through the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation, led by distinguished doctors and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 300 volunteers. These exclusive health checks, aimed at helping you manage your wellbeing, are part of our commitment to provide more than just a competition. From specialized tests like the carotid artery ultrasound to the opportunity for a nominal-fee flu shot, we're giving you the tools to stay on top of your game. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable health insights, for free! Remember, your best performance starts with your health.

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Rings
The John H. Morgan Endurance Club Awards
Each Sunday of the Games

Held every Sunday at the Dixie Convention Center, The John H. Morgan Endurance Awards is a special event that acknowledges the steadfast commitment of senior athletes who have dedicated 15 years and beyond to their sport, with honors bestowed at each five-year milestone. Initiated by a stirring bagpiper-led procession, this event goes beyond being just an awards ceremony—it's a tribute to the athletes' determination and spirit of competition. As an athlete, this tradition offers you the challenge and opportunity to attain these milestones, earn distinct awards such as unique watches, rings, letterman jackets, and more.

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Hall of Fame
October 8, 2025

The Huntsman World Senior Games established the Hall of Fame to recognize athletes, volunteers, and Games staff and board who have made an exceptional contribution to the Games. In an effort to retain the integrity and credibility of this recognition, the Hall of Fame selection committee is very careful in its selection process. We wish to congratulate each and every inductee and thank them for their efforts. Without their determination, the Games would not be the same.

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