The World Comes to Mossel Bay!
Get ready for four days of world-class sporting action, incredible teamwork and unforgettable excitement as the TWIF Tug-of-War World Championships 2026 take centre stage in Hartenbos, Mossel Bay!
Athletes and teams from across the globe will travel to the Garden Route to battle it out for international honours in one of the world’s most thrilling team sports.
From the first pull to the final whistle, expect power, passion, strategy and determination as competitors fight for every centimetre and give everything they have for their team and their country.
The championships will feature men’s, women’s, mixed, junior and U23 competitions, showcasing some of the very best tug-of-war talent from around the world.
More Than a Sporting Event
This is your chance to experience an international sporting spectacle right here in the heart of the Garden Route.
Bring the family, rally your friends and get behind the teams as Hartenbos comes alive with the energy of competitors and supporters from around the world.
Combine the excitement of the championships with everything that makes Mossel Bay and the Garden Route such a special destination, beautiful beaches, spectacular scenery, adventure, great food and warm South African hospitality.
Whether you’re a passionate sports fan or simply looking for an exciting day out, the TWIF World Championships 2026 are an event you won’t want to miss.
Come for the sport. Stay for the experience.
Strength. Strategy. Teamwork. One Rope. One World.
Join us and be part of history as the world comes together in Mossel Bay, South Africa, for the TWIF Tug-of-War World Championships 2026!
Tickets: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1597766333