About the Games — Sanya 2026 Asian Beach Games
The Asian Beach Games (ABG) is the highest level of beach sports competition in Asia. The sixth edition of the ABG will be held in Sanya from 22 to 30 April 2026 (Sanya ABG). This marks the second time China to host the ABG, following the Haiyang 2012 ABG, and the first time Hainan Province to host an international multi-sports event. The Sanya ABG features 14 sports, covering a wide range of athletic disciplines, with the participation of about 1,790 athletes from 45 Asian countries and regions.
Games Overview
| Date | 22 to 30 April 2026 |
| Location | Sanya |
| Competition | 14 sports, 15 disciplines, over 180 medals |
| Host | The Sixth Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026 Organising Committee |
| Governing Body | Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) |
| Official Website | https://en.sanya2026.cn/ |
Emblem
The emblem for the Sixth Asian Beach Games consists of the shining sun, ocean elements, and the symbol of Hainan. Symbolizing the fashion and openness of both Sanya city and beach games, the blue, green, yellow and orange colour blocks in the emblem are shaped into the number 6 to represent the sixth edition of the Asian Beach Games. In addition to the shining sun, which is also part of the OCA's emblem, coconut trees, sea waves, and other local natural elements are subtly incorporated to embody Sanya people's ecological civilization concept of harmony between human and nature.
The deer in the emblem is an incarnation of freedom and rationality, mirroring the beauty and romance of Sanya as well as the openness, inclusiveness, revolution and innovation of the "deer city".
Mascot
Yaya
"Yaya", the mascot of Sanya ABG represents both "Sanya" and "Asia," symbolising the connection between Sanya, Asia, and the world. The design of Yaya was inspired by the Eld's deer, an indigenous animal reputed as "Elves of Hainan Island" and a Class-I Key Protected Species in China. Yaya's agile posture reflects the vitality of beach sports.