The 1962 British Empire and Commonwealth Games were held in Perth, Western Australia, from 22 November to 1 December 1962.

[1] Athletic events were held at Perry Lakes Stadium in the suburb of Floreat and swimming events at Beatty Park in North Perth.

It was held after the 1962 Commonwealth Paraplegic Games for wheelchair athletes.

Most venues other than the specifically constructed Lake Monger Velodrome, Beatty Park, and Perry Lakes Stadium, were existing facilities.

[2] 35 teams were represented at the 1962 British Empire and Commonwealth Games.