2017 Bolivarian Games


The 2017 Bolivarian Games, officially the XVIII Bolivarian Games, was an international multi-sport event that was held from 11–25 November 2017, in Santa Marta, Colombia.

Host city selection

and Santa Marta were the cities which decided to bid for hosting the Games. However, only Santa Marta submitted the official candidacy and later selected by ODEBO to host the 2017 Bolivarian Games.

Mascot

The mascot for these games was Ajaytuké, a sea urchin. The reason behind the choice of the mascot by the organizer is to convey the message to protect the animal and coral reefs.

Sports

The game featured 469 events from 54 disciplines and 34 sports in this edition of Bolivarian Games.
Key:
Final medal tally.