PARALYMPIC GAMES MASCOTS

Mascots have been an important part of the Paralympic Games and help spread the joy and excitement of Para sports. Ever since the first mascots – a pair of squirrels – were introduced at Arnhem 1980, many unique mascots have captured the hearts of millions of people around the world.

The mascot of the next Paralympic Winter Games, Milo is ready to welcome thousands of athletes and spectators at Milano Cortina 2026.

Interested in learning more about their designs or how they were selected to showcase the Games? The complete list of mascots is available below. You can click through the links provided to learn more about each mascot.

Milano Cortina 2026: Milo

 

The snow-loving, curious and creative stout will be your friendly guide as the official mascot of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.

Paris 2024: The Paralympic Phryge

 

Inspired by the iconic Phrygian hat, the Paralympic Phryge was on a mission to lead a revolution through sport as the mascot of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

Beijing 2022: Shuey Rhon Rhon

 

The Chinese lantern child with a glow of warmth in its heart welcomed everybody to the Games as the official mascot of the Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games.

Tokyo 2020: Someity

 

The cherry blossom inspired mascot of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games lives in the digital world and uses superpowers to speak with the wind and stones.

PyeongChang 2018: Bandabi

 

As the official mascot of the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games, the friendly Asiatic black bear celebrated the spirit of the Paralympic Movement with athletes and fans.

Rio 2016: Tom

 

A unique mixture of the Brazilian flora, this leafy mascot for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games believes there are no obstacle too hard to overcome and no problems without a solution. 

Sochi 2014: Ray of Light and Snowflake 

 

The Ray of Light and Snowflake travelled through space to celebrate the Games and became the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games mascots, uniting everyone through sport.

London 2012: Mandeville 

 

One of the last drops of steel from the Olympic Stadium, the main venue of the London 2012 Paralympic and Olympic Games, came to life during the London 2012 Paralympics as a mascot, and it is best known for its determination to achieve greatness.

Vancouver 2010: Sumi 

 

Sumi, the mascot of Vancouver 2010, is an animal guardian spirit that gave a warm welcome to everybody taking part in the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games.

Beijing 2008: Fu Niu Lele 

 

As the official mascot of the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Winter Games, the colourful cow brought luck and happiness to everybody.

Torino 2006: Aster 

 

Aster, the mascot of the Torino 2006 Paralympic Winter Games, is a friendly snowflake that was as unique as the athletes competing at the Games. 

Athens 2004: Proteas

 

As the official mascot of the Athens 2004 Paralympic Games, Proteas the seahorse always strived for excellence just like Paralympic athletes. 

Salt Lake City 2002: Otto 

 

Otto the otter, known for being a prolific swimmer and a running enthusiast, cheered on the athletes during the Salt Lake City 2002 Paralympic Winter Games as the official mascot. 

Sydney 2000: Lizzie 

 

The frill-necked lizard best known for her strength, determination and ability to survive even in the toughest conditions represented the spirit of Paralympians as the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games mascot.

Nagano 1998: Parabbit 

 

The colourful, skiing rabbit was the cute and friendly mascot of the Nagano 1998 Paralympic Winter Games.

Atlanta 1996: Blaze

 

The phoenix represented the perseverance and the determination of Para athletes as the official mascot of the Atlanta 1996 Paralympic Winter Games.

Lillehammer 1994: Sondre 

 

Sondre the Troll represented both his Scandinavian heritage and the Paralympic values as the Lillehammer 1994 Paralympic Winter Games mascot.

Barcelona 1992: Petra 

 

The first paralympic mascot with a visible physical disability, Petra is known for her positive, extroverted, independent and energetic personality and cheered for the athletes at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games.

Tignes-Albertville 1992: Alpy 

 

The athletic mountain on a mono-ski who was the mascot of the Tignes-Albertville 1992 Paralympic Winter Games.

Seoul 1988: The Gomdoori 

 

The two Asiatic black bears showcased the importance of harmony and collaboration through sport as the Seoul 1988 Paralympic Games mascots. 

New York 1984: Dan D. Lion 

 

The sporty lion with a friendly flair, Dan D. Lion was a great cheerleader as the official mascot during the New York 1984 Paralympic Games.

Arnhem 1980: Noggi and Joggi 

 

The very first official mascots for the Paralympic games, the two squirrels were the beginning of a fun tradition that started at the Arnhem 1980 Paralympic Games.