About
UK Sport is launching this exciting new event to drive performance benefits and visibility for sports that compete in the Paralympics, by bringing together a week-long festival of elite sporting competition and cultural experiences all in one location on Liverpool’s historic waterfront.
The event is to be held in Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena, Exhibition Centre, historic docks and Pier Head in May 2027, featuring an outstanding showcase of Paralympic sport 15 months ahead of the LA 2028 Paralympics. It will feature four sports competitions, a £1m accompanying arts and culture programme and a performance-supporting ‘Athletes’ and Artists’ Village’. The arts programme will be funded by Arts Council England and delivered by Culture Liverpool.
The event is being planned and delivered by UKEL; a new independent event hosting company, offering a full end-to-end solution for UK Sport by managing the funding, contracts, stakeholders, procurement and event director/programme management services for the event. Partners in the delivery of this event include Liverpool City Council, Liverpool Accommodation BID, Arts Council England, Paralympics GB and UK Sport.
Concept
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A groundbreaking Multisport event, designed to bring together elite athletes in a high-performance, inclusive Games style environment.
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Alongside the sporting competition, an Integrated Cultural Programme led by D/Deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent artists, showcasing creativity, talent, and diverse perspectives through performances, exhibitions, and collaborative experiences.
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This event aims to elevate the visibility of Paralympic athletes and disabled artists, while driving greater opportunity, representation, and lasting social impact for the disabled community.
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At its core, the event will deliver an inclusive and accessible experience, ensuring that all participants—athletes, artists, and audiences—can engage meaningfully and equitably.
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Held in a centralised, integrated location, the proximity of indoor and outdoor venues to accessible accommodation will enable a seamless environment where people can play, perform, watch, and stay together.
Our aspirations
World Class delivery
Exception sport competition
Remarkable cultural programme
Visibility & Opportunity
Accessibility & Inclusion
Environmentally responsible
