Games Special Events

Celebrate the games in style with an exciting program of special events for all registered participants.

Gift of Life Remembrance and Thanksgiving Service

Join us for the multifaith service at the iconic St George’s Cathedral, followed by afternoon tea. Registration requested for catering purposes. Bus transfers are not provided for this event. The Cathedral is centrally located in Perth and only a 1 minute walk from Games Registration at the Perth Town Hall.

DonateLife 5k Fun Run and Community Celebration

The DonateLife 5k Fun Run will be held alongside the official World Transplant Games 5k Road Race. Games registrants who are not registered in the official 5k Road Race are invited to register for the DonateLife 5k Fun Run.Free entry but advance registration is essential. Check in closes 8.00am. Race starts 8.30am.

Games Parade and Opening Ceremony

Watch the Parade of Nations across Matagarup Bridge and the Opening Ceremony at Optus Stadium. Friends and family who are not registered for the Games are welcome to watch the Parade and Opening Ceremony in Optus Stadium. There is no cost to attend the ceremony, but advance booking is required. Please note:

Registered Games Participants do not need to register for this event
Only Games participants are invited to attend the reception after the ceremony. Please do not invite friends and family to join you as refusal may offend.

The Donor Beachwalk

Join donor families and living donors for a gentle walk along the boardwalk or the beautiful sands of City Beach. Learn about the inspirational Life Project celebrating organ and tissue donation. Donor families and living donors will receive first priority. Limited places available.

Ride Wanneroo for the Gift of Life

Wanneroo Raceway is Perth’s world class motor sport facility. And now it will be open exclusively for cyclists for the World Transplant Games. $75 entry fee is waived for registered Games participants. Email wtg@transplant.org.au to receive the Games Participant promo code for free entry.

Registration Essential.

The Cultural Night – A Night at the Museum

Wear your country’s cultural dress for the Games cultural night or just come along to enjoy this iconic museum and warm hospitality with games registrants.

Please note:

Registered Games Participants do not need to register for this event
Only Games participants are invited to attend the Cultural Night. Please do not invite friends and family to join you as refusal may offend.

The Great Aussie BBQ and Closing Celebration

Join us for the Great Aussie BBQ and Celebration to close out the World Transplant Games in style. Registered participants do not need to register separately for this event. Additional tickets may be purchased for friends and family. Adult $125 / Child (aged 4-17) $75

Games Special Events

Gift of Life Remembrance and Thanksgiving Service

DonateLife 5k Fun Run and Community Celebration

Games Parade and Opening Ceremony

The Donor Beachwalk

Ride Wanneroo for the Gift of Life

The Cultural Night – A Night at the Museum

The Great Aussie BBQ and Closing Celebration

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