The 21st edition of the Mediterranean Games, “Prishtina 2030,” will feature an expanded program with 24 competitive sports.

The program includes Olympic disciplines such as athletics, swimming, judo, boxing and volleyball. It also adds dynamic formats like 3×3 basketball and futsal, which replaces the traditional U21 football tournament. Organizers may also include sports such as Baseball5, Canoe Sprint and Kickboxing, pending final approval. The new lineup makes the program more inclusive and dynamic than previous editions.

Kosovo plans major investments in sports infrastructure. Authorities will build a modern national stadium to host the opening and closing ceremonies. They will also construct new sports facilities in several cities, including Peja, Ferizaj, Prizren and Vushtrri. Plans include new sports halls, semi-Olympic swimming pools and upgrades to existing venues.

Organizers will transform the Student Center in Pristina into an athletes’ village. The complex will offer around 4,500 beds and new service facilities. Renovations will include kitchens and other support areas. The investment will serve the country even after the Games end.

Kosovo has no coastline. For sailing and other sea-based sports, the country signed a cooperation agreement with Albania. Sea events will take place along the Albanian coast. This joint hosting marks a historic first for the Mediterranean Games.

The 2030 edition is expected to host between 3,500 and 5,000 athletes from 26 Mediterranean countries. It will be the largest sporting event ever organized by Kosovo.

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