Athletics at the 1997 Bolivarian Games
| Athletics at the XIII Bolivarian Games | |
|---|---|
| Dates | October 17–26 |
| Host city | Arequipa, Perú |
| Venue | Estadio Monumental Vírgen de Chapi |
| Level | Senior |
| Events | 45 (23 men, 22 women) |
Athletics competitions at the 1997 Bolivarian Games were held at the Estadio Monumental Vírgen de Chapi in Arequipa, Perú, between October 17–26, 1997.
Gold medal winners from Ecuador were published by the Comité Olímpico Ecuatoriano.
A total of 45 events were contested, 23 by men and 22 by women.