Prince Harry, who founded the Games back in 2014, expressed his joy in an official statement, saying: “Congratulations to Birmingham, UK, on winning the bid to host the Invictus Games 2027. Your city’s strong ties to the Armed Forces community made it a formidable contender from the very start. Over the years, we’ve seen each city bring a unique spirit and vision to life for competitors, their families, and spectators.”
He finished by adding: “We have no doubt the people of Birmingham will join in celebrating the unwavering respect and admiration we have for our veteran and service community, showing the world how their courage ignites hope and unites us all—something your city knows well.”
Meanwhile, Helen Helliwell, CEO of the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027, said: “I am honoured our bid has been selected, bringing the Invictus Games back to the UK. At NEC Birmingham, we’ll host the most cohesive, sustainable event in Invictus Games history with all sports, ceremonies, and accommodation on one fantastic site. Beyond the Games, our legacy programs will benefit communities nationwide, from adaptive sports to arts and employment.”
The UK city competed against bids from six other locations worldwide, including Washington, D.C., USA. The Birmingham Games are scheduled for July 2027, two years after the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, which begin next February.
This will mark the first time the tournament has returned to the UK since its inaugural event in London in 2014. Birmingham was selected for its excellent venue choice, innovative new sports, and strong commitment to the welfare and recovery of the international community of wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans.
