Multi-sport · Doha 2030
Asian Games 2030 in Doha: dates, venues and what we know
The 21st Asian Games are scheduled for Doha, Qatar, from 4 to 19 November 2030. Qatar last hosted in 2006, making Doha the fourth city to stage the Games twice. Organisers plan to reuse venues from the 2006 Games and the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The Olympic Council of Asia has discussed moving future Asian Games so they work as Olympic preparation events, which could shift Doha to 2031. Doha’s chief executive said on 1 October 2026 that “For us, it’s 2030”, but that Qatar would be ready if the date changed. Read the story.
Key facts
| Edition | 21st Asian Games |
| Dates | 4–19 November 2030 (scheduled) |
| Motto | “Your Gateway” |
| Main stadium | Khalifa International Stadium: athletics and the opening and closing ceremonies |
| Awarded | 16 December 2020, OCA General Assembly in Muscat. Doha beat Riyadh 27 votes to 10; Riyadh was given the 2034 Games |
Planned venues
- Khalifa International Stadium: athletics, ceremonies
- Lusail Stadium
- Thani bin Jassim Stadium: rugby sevens
- Hamad Aquatic Centre: swimming and diving
- Ali Bin Hamad al-Attiyah Arena: basketball
- Al Janoub, Al Bayt, Al Thumama and Education City stadiums: football preliminaries
Sources: 2030 Asian Games (Wikipedia); Khaleej Times / AFP, 1 Oct 2026.