| Athletics at the I ALBA Games | |
|---|---|
| Dates | June 23-24 |
| Host city | La Habana, Cuba  |
| Level | Senior |
| Events | 43 (22 men, 21 women) |
Athletics competitions at the 2005 ALBA Games were held in La Habana, Cuba, between June 23-24, 2005.
A total of 43 events were contested, 22 by men and 21 by women.
Medal winners and their results were published. [1]
* Host nation (Cuba)
| Rank | Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cuba * | 40 | 36 | 28 | 104 |
| 2 |  Venezuela | 3 | 7 | 11 | 21 |
| Totals (2 entries) | 43 | 43 | 39 | 125 | |
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