| III Oceania Youth Athletics Championships | |
|---|---|
| Dates | July 11–12 |
| Host city | Suva, Fiji  |
| Venue | National Stadium |
| Level | Youth |
| Events | 33 (17 boys, 16 girls) |
| Participation | 170 (96 boys, 74 girls) athletes from 17 nations |
The 1997 Oceania Youth Athletics Championships were held at the National Stadium in Suva, Fiji, between July 11–12, 1997. A total of 33 events were contested, 17 by boys and 16 by girls.