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.

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The mascot of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Games
Milo
ⒸMilano Cortina 2026


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.

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The Olympic Phryge waves while the Paralympic Phryge holds a French flag, with the words "The Phryges: The Paris 2024 Mascots" written in the background.
A Phrygian cap is a symbol of liberty that was at the heart of major historical events in France.
ⒸParis 2024


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.

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Beijing 2022 Winter Paralympic Mascot Shuey Rhon Rhon
Beijing 2022 Winter Paralympic Mascot Shuey Rhon Rhon
ⒸBeijing 2022


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.

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Someity Mascot 2020 tokyo


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.

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A black bear, the mascot of the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Games, raises its left hand
Bandabi's name comes from Korean words "bandal" that means half-moon and "bi," which has a meaning of celebrating the Games @IPC
ⒸPyeongChang 2018


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. 

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Tom, the mascot of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, is a green mascot with leaves on its head
Tom, the Rio 2016 mascot, can pull out anything from his leafy head @IPC
ⒸRio 2016


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.

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Ray of Light and Snowflake
The Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games mascots


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.

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The mascot of the London 2012 Paralympic Games poses
Mandeville from the London 2012 Paralympic Games is a unique mascot that represents friendship
ⒸLondon 2012


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.

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The Paralympic mascot of the Vancouver 2010 Games, a brown character with wings
Sumi represents people with diverse backgrounds @IPC
ⒸVancouver 2010


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.

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Beijing Mascot 2008


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. 

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Torino Mascot 2006


Athens 2004: Proteas

 

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

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A picture of an animated seahorse
Proteas, the Athens 2004 Paralympic mascot
ⒸFES


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

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Salt Lake City 2002 Paralympic Winter Games Mascot
Otto the otter is the official mascot of the Salt Lake City 2002 Paralympic Winter Games.
ⒸIPC


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.

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Lizzy, the frill-necked Lizard is the mascot of the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games.
ⒸIPC


Nagano 1998: Parabbit 

 

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

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Nagano 1998 Paralympic Games Mascot
Parabbit was the mascot of the Nagano 1998 Paralympic Winter Games.
ⒸIPC


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.

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Atlanta 1996 Paralympic Games mascot
Blaze, the phoenix is the mascot of the Atlanta 1996 Paralympic Games
ⒸIPC


Lillehammer 1994: Sondre 

 

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

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Lillehammer 1994 Paralympic Winter Games Mascot
Sondre the Troll was the official mascot of the Lillehammer 1994 Paralympic Winter Games.
ⒸIPC


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.

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"Petra" Mascot Paralympic Games Barcelona 1992
"Petra" Mascot Paralympic Games Barcelona 1992


Tignes-Albertville 1992: Alpy 

 

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

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Alpy, Tignes-Albertville 1992 Paralympic Mascot


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

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Two teddy bears

The Gomdoori were the Paralympic Games mascot of the 1988 Games in Seoul, South Korea.

ⒸIPC


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.

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New York 1984 Paralympic Mascot
Dan D. Lion was the mascot for the New York 1984 Paralympic Games
ⒸIPC


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.

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Mascot Arnhem 1980
Two squirrels were the the first Paralympic mascots at the Arnhem 1980 Games
ⒸIPC