Kazakhstan, India, Mexico, and Thailand will host the FIVB international youth volleyball tournaments in 2027.
The International Volleyball Federation has officially announced the host countries for four major youth indoor and beach volleyball world championships scheduled for the year 2027. Following a comprehensive bidding process, the FIVB Board of Administration approved destinations across four different nations to welcome the upcoming international events.
These upcoming international volleyball tournaments are designed to provide young athletes with the vital opportunity to represent their home countries globally. Furthermore, participants will gain crucial competitive experience during a pivotal stage of their athletic transition toward the adult professional level.
The global competitions will encompass the under-19 categories for both indoor and beach volleyball, alongside the under-21 category specifically for beach volleyball, according to information published by WEBVOLEI.
Indoor Volleyball Under-19 World Championships in Asia
The international competition calendar begins in August 2027 with the women's under-19 indoor volleyball world championship. The tournament will take place in Astana, Kazakhstan, running from August 5 to August 15, featuring 24 national teams and a total of 52 matches.
Shortly after, Pune, India, will host the men's under-19 indoor volleyball world championship from August 19 to August 29. Mirroring the women's event, this tournament will also showcase 24 competitive teams participating across 52 scheduled matches.
Beach Volleyball Under-19 and Under-21 Tournaments
The competition calendar shifts to sand events in October 2027, featuring high-volume participation in both North America and Asia. Puebla, Mexico, will host the men's and women's under-19 beach volleyball world championships from October 13 to October 17.
This Mexican event will gather 104 teams to compete in a demanding schedule of 184 matches. The final competition of the year will be the men's and women's under-21 beach volleyball world championship held in Roi Et, Thailand, from October 26 to October 31.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which countries will host the 2027 FIVB youth world championships?
The International Volleyball Federation has selected Kazakhstan, India, Mexico, and Thailand to host the 2027 youth indoor and beach volleyball world championships.
What categories are included in the 2027 FIVB international tournaments?
The competitions include the under-19 category for indoor volleyball, as well as both the under-19 and under-21 categories for beach volleyball.
Where will the under-19 indoor volleyball championships take place?
The women's under-19 indoor tournament will be held in Astana, Kazakhstan, while the men's under-19 indoor event will take place in Pune, India.
How many teams will compete in the beach volleyball world championships?
The beach volleyball world championships in Mexico and Thailand will each feature 104 participating teams competing across 184 matches.
