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AwardsChihuahua closes its year as American Capital of Sport 2025 with more than a thousand activities
The Municipal Institute of Physical Culture and Sport presents the final report on the city's year as capital: 434 competitions, 260 training programmes, 87 mass participation events and 46 adapted sport initiatives consolidate sport as public policy.
AwardsPernambuco and Puntarenas, American Regions of Sport 2025
A Brazilian state of nine million people and a Costa Rican province facing the Pacific, recognised in the 2025 regional cohort.
AwardsBuenos Aires and Zapopan lead the 2027 cohort
The ACES registry already lists next year's two major titles: the World Capital and the American Capital of Sport 2027.
AwardsWebinar series to promote the «Greenest City of Sport» award
ACES, in collaboration with Sinnple, is launching a new series of webinars to present and promote the «Greenest City of Sport» award, an innovative initiative that connects sport and sustainability at the municipal scale.
AwardsSan Juan's evaluation visit for American Capital of Sport 2027 concludes successfully
The evaluation visit to San Juan, a candidate city for the title of American Capital of Sport 2027, was carried out successfully between 9 and 12 March, leaving a very positive impression on the ACES evaluation committee.
AwardsGuayaquil successfully presents its title as American Capital of Sport 2026
Guayaquil has delivered an outstanding presentation of its title as American Capital of Sport 2026, reaffirming its commitment to sport as a tool for social transformation and urban development.
AwardsAMERICA AT THE HEART OF EUROPE
The European Parliament hosts the presentation of the ACES Awards to American Capitals, Cities and Regions of…
AwardsGuayaquil, American Capital of Sport 2026
The Brussels gala presented the titles of a cohort spanning nine awards across six countries of the continent.
AwardsGuayaquil, American Capital of Sport 2026: An appointment that resonated across the country
Guayaquil, Ecuador — 29 April 2025.
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Guayaquil, American Capital of Sport 2026
We are pleased to announce that Guayaquil has been designated as the American Capital of Sport 2026 by ACES Europe, marking a historic milestone as the first Ecuadorian city to receive this recognition.
Awards25th Anniversary with a Spectacular Awards Gala
On 12 December, ACES held an unforgettable Awards Gala at the European Parliament, commemorating its 25th anniversary with a celebration of sport, health and innovation in three outstanding capitals:…
AwardsSave the date: ACES Awards Gala 12 December
Mark your calendar! On 12 December at 4 PM, the Annual ACES Awards Gala will be held at the European Parliament in Brussels.