Initially, the Games were scheduled for 1981 in Managua, Nicaragua, but were cancelled due to the unstable political situation.

[2] The official song was the "Hymn of the Peace Games" (Spanish: Himno de los Juegos de la Paz) composed by Alfonso Agulló.

[3][4] Long distance runner Mateo Flores was honoured to light the torch in the stadium bearing his name.

[5] A complete list of medal winners can be found on the MásGoles webpage (click on "JUEGOS CENTROAMERICANOS" in the low right corner).

[6] Athletes from 5 countries were reported to participate: The competition featured 20 sports (plus badminton, rowing, and sailing as exhibition).