DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

Billions of pesos are being invested in both new and existing sports venues in preparation for the 25th Central American and Caribbean Games. Scheduled for 24 July to 8 August 2026, the Games will take place in Santo Domingo, with additional venues in the central provinces of Santiago and Monseñor Nouel, the northern province of Puerto Plata, and the eastern provinces of La Romana and La Altagracia (Punta Cana).

According to the Diario Libre, the Abinader administration is allocating over RD$3.79 billion to modernize and construct sports facilities throughout Santo Domingo. The opening ceremony will be held at the Félix Sánchez Olympic Stadium in the capital city. Most of the 40 sports included in the Games will be hosted at the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center and Parque del Este, both located in Greater Santo Domingo.

In addition to upgrades in the capital...