Website Update: New Event Information and Official Programme Guide Now Available

August 10, 2025

We’re excited to share that the WTG2025 website has just been updated with fresh details for many of this year’s highlight events – from the colorful Parade of Nations on 17 August, to the action-packed Darts Night with Max Hopp and Gabriel Clemens, and the spectacular Gala Dinner to close the Games.

You’ll also find more information on public events such as the Cultural Evening at City Beach and the Opening and Closing Ceremonies – all open to spectators free of charge.

Visit the updated Participate section to explore event descriptions, schedules, and participation details.
You can now also download the Official Programme Guide for the full overview of sports competitions, ceremonies, and cultural events during the Games: Download Programme Guide.

Get ready to experience an unforgettable week of sport, celebration, and community in Dresden!

August 27, 2025

Thank You Dresden – A Week We Will Never Forget

The 25th World Transplant Games came to a festive close in Dresden – and many athletes and guests are already calling them the “best Games ever.” After seven days full of sports, emotions, and moving stories, the city of Dresden

August 21, 2025

Largest single distribution campaign of donor cards in Germany

Up to 120,000 organ donor cards will be distributed to households in the Dresden administrative district, the circulation area of the Sächsische Zeitung, over the coming weeks. Today, SZ circulated 100,000 copies. Another 20,000 will follow in the coming weeks.