5‑day countdown for the 26th Shandong Province Sports Games
The 5‑day countdown for The 26th Shandong Province Sports Games has officially begun. The grand opening ceremony will be held at Linyi Olympic Sports Park Stadium on August 26, 2026.
Hosted in Linyi for the very first time, the Games is a major comprehensive sports event of Shandong Province. Its opening ceremony carries the theme Chasing Dreams Amid Mountains and Seas: The Vibrant Yimeng. The performance integrates local history, red revolutionary culture and modern urban vitality, presenting a distinctive Yimeng‑style sports gala to audiences both on‑site and online.
All preparatory work including venue debugging, program rehearsal, security guarantee and volunteer service has entered the final sprint phase. Linyi is making full‑scale preparations to welcome athletes, coaches, referees and spectators from all over Shandong Province.
A wealth of supporting cultural‑tourism products and special tourist routes have been rolled out. Visitors are welcome to watch competitions of the Games and explore the natural scenery and time‑honored culture of Yimeng area.
The whole city of Linyi is brimming with festive atmosphere. Citizens are eagerly awaiting the spectacular opening ceremony of the Games.
Editor：韩蒙蒙