Beijing hosts the second World Humanoid Robot Games from August 22 to 26, 2026, bringing humanoid robots together for five days of competition at the National Speed Skating Oval.
The World Humanoid Robot Games 2026 feature more than 30 competitions, showcasing robots competing in sports including football, athletics, tug of war and weightlifting.
The opening day includes a 7v7 football exhibition match, the official opening ceremony, and athletics events featuring the 100m and 400m preliminary races.
EVENT: World Humanoid Robot Games 2026
VENUE: National Speed Skating Oval, Beijing, China
DATES: August 22–26, 2026
EVENTS: Football, Athletics, Tug of War, Weightlifting and more
COMPETITORS: Humanoid Robots
Watch highlights and coverage from Beijing as humanoid robots compete across a growing range of sporting events, demonstrating advances in robotics, artificial intelligence, engineering and athletic performance.
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