| XIII South American Youth Championships in Athletics | |
|---|---|
| Dates | October 18–20 |
| Host city | Asunción, Paraguay  |
| Level | Youth |
| Events | 38 |
| Participation | about 268 athletes from 10 nations |
The 13th South American Youth Championships in Athletics were held in Asunción, Paraguay from October 18–20, 1996.