1998 Central American and Caribbean Games
| Host city | Maracaibo, Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Motto | The Sun Games Spanish: Los Juegos del Sol |
| Edition | 18th |
| Nations | 31 |
| Athletes | 5,200 |
| Opening | 8 August 1998 |
| Closing | 22 August 1998 |
| Opened by | Rafael Caldera |
| Athlete's Oath | Julio Luna |
| Torch lighter | Pedro Gamarro |
| Main venue | Estadio José Pachencho Romero |
The 18th Central American and Caribbean Games were held in Maracaibo, Venezuela from August 8 to August 22, 1998, and included 31 nations and a total of 5,200 competitors.