1997 Jeux de la Francophonie
| Host city | Antananarivo, Madagascar | 
|---|---|
| Nations | 30 | 
| Athletes | 2,300 | 
| Opening | August 27, 1997 | 
| Closing | September 6, 1997 | 
| Opened by | Didier Ratsiraka | 
| Main venue | Mahamasina Municipal Stadium | 
The 1997 Jeux de la Francophonie, also known as IIIes Jeux de la Francophonie, (French for Francophone Games) were held in Antananarivo, Madagascar from August 27 to September 6, 1997.