| XVII Central American Championships in Athletics | |
|---|---|
| Dates | June 3–4 |
| Host city | San José, Costa Rica  |
| Venue | Estadio Nacional |
| Level | Senior |
| Events | 44 (22 men, 22 women) |
| Participation | 7 nations |
The 17th Central American Championships in Athletics were held at the Estadio Nacional in San José, Costa Rica, between June 3–4, 2005.
A total of 44 events were contested, 22 by men and 22 by women.