World Para Fencing World Cup Returns to U.S. in 2026

USA Fencing will host a 2026 World Para Fencing World Cup from May 27–30, 2026, in Bradenton, Florida, the first international parafencing stop on American soil since 2023.

“When we hosted the 2023 World Cup in Loudoun County, the feedback from athletes and coaches was unanimous — the hospitality was world-class, and the fencing even better,” says Phil Andrews, USA Fencing chief executive officer. “Thanks to the vision and support of Bradenton Area Sports, we’re thrilled to once again roll out the red carpet for the global parafencing community and raise the bar even higher in 2026.”

The event will showcase Bradenton’s accessibility upgrades, accommodations and a warm-weather training environment made possible through Bradenton Area Sports’ investment in adaptive sport. The World Cup will feature individual and team events in foil, epee and saber across all classification categories, plus referee and classifier seminars aimed at growing the domestic talent pool.

“Hosting a World Cup at home is vital as we build momentum toward LA28,” says Beth Mahr, USA Fencing’s Parafencing manager. “It gives our U.S. athletes a rare chance to compete against the world without crossing an ocean, while inspiring the next generation of parafencers who will see this sport, and themselves, on the biggest stage.”