The first Gay Games were held in San Francisco in 1982 and have rapidly grown since then.

The Gay Games is a quadriennial athletic and cultural event which brings together people from around the world. Based on the principles of inclusion and participation, the Gay Games welcomes all people without regard to their sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, political belief, physical ability, athletic/artistic ability, or HIV status.

Grouped by event.

Grouped by events, especially social events.

Gay Games VII Sports and Cultural Festival, 15-22 July 2006, in Chicago USA.