Prince Harry has confirmed the dates for his UK return in 2027, when the Invictus Games will take place in Birmingham.
In July 2024, it was announced that Birmingham had won its bid to host the Games, but the specific dates still needed to be confirmed.
On Tuesday, the official Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 social media account posted: "SAVE THE DATES! The Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 are coming: 10th–17th July.
"Opening Ceremony: 10th July. Closing Ceremony: 17th July.
Invictus Games update: Prince Harry confirms dates for UK return.
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"We’re bringing 23 sports — including new additions: e-sport, pickleball & laser run!"
Despite the Games being held in the UK, it is not known if the Royal Family will attend due to tense relations between Prince Harry and his father, King Charles.
Speaking at the time when Birmingham was confirmed as the host city, the Duke of Sussex said: “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.
Harry awarding medals to the US team at the Invictus Games in 2023.
PA"Over the years, we’ve seen each city bring a unique spirit and vision to life for competitors, their families, and spectators.
"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.”
Helen Helliwell, CEO of the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027, added: “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."
Prince Harry is the founder of the Invictus Games.
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry walking hand in hand at the 2025 Invictus Games.
PAFinally, Lord Allen, Chair of the Invictus Games Foundation, said: “Congratulations to Birmingham!
"The Trustees were very taken by the depth of passion in the bidding team, the experience they brought to the planning and preparations and to the concept of the NEC as a one-site Games.
"Our thanks go to the team behind the Washington DC bid who were able to demonstrate the city could be a fantastic location for the future.
"As the Foundation looks to the next ten years, we’re excited about the Games pipeline we are building, and for the next ten years of Invictus!”
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