One of the leaders of Charlotte’s successful bid to host the 2027 CISM World Military Summer Games said Thursday that staging the event will likely cost $80 million — expenses expected to be covered by a combination of sponsorships, ticket sales, private contributions and, potentially, state government incentives.
The International Military Sports Council, known as CISM, operates the Olympic-style competition. In 2027, 10,000 military members from 100 countries are expected to compete in Charlotte and surrounding areas.
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CISM’s Summer Games have been held seven times — Charlotte will be the eighth host — and debuted in 1995 in Rome.