The 1997 Summer Deaflympics (Danish: 1997 Sommer Deaflympics), officially known as the 18th Summer Deaflympics (Danish: 18. Sommer Deaflympics), was an international multi-sport event that was celebrated from 13 July to 26 July 1997 in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Host city | Copenhagen, ![]() |
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Nations participating | 65 countries |
Athletes participating | 2,028 athletes |
Events | 140 (16 disciplines) |
Opening ceremony | 13 July 1997 |
Closing ceremony | 26 July 1997 |
Officially opened by | John M. Lovett, CISS President |
Main venue | Parken Sport & Entertainment |
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Preceded by 1993 XVII Sofia, Bulgaria | 1997 XVIII Copenhagen, Denmark | Succeeded by 2001 XIX Rome, Italy |