The four-day event will feature athletes representing every U.S. state and territory, according to the president.
President Donald Trump announced the creation of the “Patriot Games,” a four-day national athletic competition planned as part of celebrations for the United States’ 250th anniversary. The event will include one male and one female participant from each state and U.S. territory.
President Donald Trump announced the launch of the “Patriot Games,” a new four-day athletic competition intended to mark America’s 250th anniversary. According to the president, the event will feature one man and one woman representing each U.S. state and territory.
Trump described the Patriot Games as a nationwide celebration combining athletics, patriotism, and civic pride. The announcement framed the competition as a way to showcase unity and physical achievement across the country during the semiquincentennial.
Details about the specific sports, selection process, and host locations have not yet been released. The White House did not immediately provide information on timing beyond confirming the event will be tied to the America 250 celebrations.
Officials familiar with the planning said the event is expected to span four days and include a range of athletic challenges. It remains unclear whether the games will be televised or open to public attendance.
Supporters say the Patriot Games could become a signature feature of the 250th anniversary celebrations, while critics note that logistical, funding, and organizational questions remain unanswered.
The announcement adds to a growing list of initiatives planned for America’s 250th anniversary, which will be marked nationwide in 2026 with events, ceremonies, and commemorations.
