The 2026 Patriot Games will bring together top high school athletes (ages 14–17) from across the U.S. to compete in a national showcase of strength, teamwork, endurance, and perseverance during America’s 250th birthday celebration.
Held Aug. 9–11, 2026, the competition features a $250,000 scholarship prize pool awarded to one male and one female champion. The event will stream on the ESPN App and conclude with a primetime ABC special on Aug. 13. Athlete applications are now open.