The European Masters Games (EMG) is a multi-sport event, consisting of summer sports, held every four years.

The age categories vary depending on the sport, but the competition is generally for people 30–35 years or older.

The International Masters Games Association (IMGA), based in Lausanne, Switzerland, is the body responsible for the bidding and placing of the games.

The first European Masters Games (EMG) was held from August 29 to September 7, 2008, in Malmö, Sweden.

There were a total of 3,022 athletes who competed in 18 sports during the 10 days the games were held.