| 1st IAAF World Indoor Championships | |
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| Dates | March 6–8 |
| Host city | Indianapolis, United States |
| Venue | Hoosier Dome |
| Events | 24 |
| Participation | 401 athletes from 85 nations |
The 1st IAAF World Indoor Championships in Athletics were held in Indianapolis, United States from March 6 to March 8, 1987. The championship had previously been known as the World Indoor Games, which were held once before changing the name.
Being the second championship of its kind, there were several championship records. New championship records were set for every single women's event. There were a total number of 401 participating athletes from 85 countries.