Athletics at the 2002 South American Games
| Athletics at the VII South American Games | |
|---|---|
Estádio Olímpico do Pará | |
| Dates | August 1–3 |
| Host city | Belém, Brazil |
| Venue | Estádio Olímpico do Pará |
| Level | Junior |
| Events | 44 (22 men, 22 women) |
Athletics events at the 2002 South American Games were held at the Estádio Olímpico do Pará in Belém, Brazil, between August 1–3, 2002. For the first time, the tournament was restricted to junior athletes (U-20). The results were used to determine the medals awarded for this year's South American Junior Championships.
A total of 44 events were contested, 22 by men and 22 by women.