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Final4 Returns to Halmstad: A Handball Extravaganza Halmstad is once again set to host a top-tier national elite sports event – the Final4 of the ATG Swedish Cup. On February 7-8, 2025, the four best men’s handball teams will compete for the championship at Halmstad Arena, promising an exciting handball festival for fans and spectators alike. This marks the second edition of the Final4 ATG Swedish Cup for men to be held at Halmstad Arena. The men’s semifinals will take place on February 7, followed by the bronze match and final the next day. “We are extremely happy to continue…
Autumn Tour on Kinnekulle: Experience Late Summer’s Warmth and Fall’s First Colors As summer transitions to autumn, the Höstrundan Kinnekulle (Autumn Tour on Kinnekulle) offers the perfect opportunity to witness nature’s transformation. On September 7-8, over 50 local businesses and attractions will open their doors to visitors, showcasing the best of what this Swedish region has to offer. Culinary Delights and Outdoor Cooking The tour features cozy stops at local farm shops and cafes where you can savor the season’s harvest – fresh vegetables, freshly baked treats, and rich apple cider. Food enthusiasts will appreciate the garden market in Husaby…
Autumn Tour in Kinnekulle: Experience Late Summer Warmth and First Fall Colors On September 7-8, the Autumn Tour in Kinnekulle offers the perfect opportunity to witness nature’s transformation as late summer transitions into fall. Over 50 local businesses and attractions will open their doors to visitors during this special weekend event. Culinary Delights and Outdoor Cooking The Autumn Tour features cozy stops at local farm shops and cafes where you can sample the season’s harvest – fresh vegetables, freshly baked treats, and rich apple cider. Food enthusiasts can enjoy a garden market with newly harvested delicacies in Husaby on Saturday,…
Sweden’s Oldest Knight Society to Attend Tournament at Kalmar Castle From September 13-15, Kalmar Castle will host its inaugural Tournament, featuring Sweden’s oldest and most renowned knight society. Visitors can expect a medieval market and family-friendly activities alongside thrilling jousting matches. For three days, guests will be transported back in time to an era of knights, adventures, and exciting tournaments. These events originated in the medieval period as opportunities for knights to hone and showcase their equestrian and lance skills. Tournaments were also held at Kalmar Castle during the Vasa kings’ reign, a fact that will be highlighted during the…
Exciting Opportunities for Business Owners in Öland As we transition from late summer to autumn, a variety of educational and networking opportunities are becoming available for business owners in Öland. Here’s a roundup of some upcoming workshops, courses, and events that can help you grow your business: Almi Offerings Kickstart Your Sustainability Work – September 4 Get Started with Your Marketing Plan – September 4 From Self-Leadership to Employer – September 5 Individual coaching for businesses (6 hours free) Affärskompetens Free business counseling with courses in marketing and other areas. Apply by September 30. Coompanion Resources Innovation checks for cooperative…
Two Projects Share Sammes Foundation Scholarship The Sammes Foundation has awarded its annual summer scholarship to two outstanding projects at Campus Skellefteå. This year, 15 students participated in eight different projects, with two sharing the top prize of 100,000 SEK. Developing Local Business and Talent Each scholarship recipient receives 40,000 SEK and the opportunity to expand their knowledge in their field of study, entrepreneurship, and the local business community. Students must reside in Skellefteå during the summer, with many coming from Campus Skellefteå and others returning from universities across Sweden. The Winning Projects This year’s winners were chosen for their…
Jönköping to Host Nordic Championships in Counter-Strike 2 for Women Jönköping, Sweden, is set to become the epicenter of women’s esports as it prepares to host the Nordic Championships in Counter-Strike 2 for women from October 25-27, 2024. This prestigious event, organized in collaboration with the Swedish Esports Association, will take place at various venues, including Filmstaden in Jönköping. Caroline Törnblad, Head of Meetings and Events at Destination Jönköping, expressed enthusiasm about the event: “Jönköping is a well-established event city in esports, and by hosting this championship, we get a unique opportunity to showcase ourselves as a forward-thinking place that…
New Report from Visit Skåne Could Boost Swedish Event Industry Visit Skåne has released a groundbreaking report that could provide greater and clearer value for the entire event industry in Sweden. The report offers opportunities for deeper insights into how the industry can measure tourism economic effects using a unified method. This means investors, organizers, politicians, and others will have better data for decision-making, potentially strengthening the industry as a whole. Swedish events generate over 53 billion SEK annually. With the need for a united industry greater than ever, this report aims to synchronize efforts at a national level towards…
Premiere of Elite Weekend: “A Lavish Smorgasbord” of Sports in Lund Lund is gearing up for an extraordinary sports extravaganza as the city prepares to host the inaugural Elite Weekend 2024. This unique event promises twelve matches across six different sports over two action-packed days, all accessible with a single ticket. A Collaborative Effort The Elite Weekend is a joint initiative by Lund’s top sports clubs, including Lunds VK, IBK Lund, LUGI Handboll, IK EOS, Lund Giants, and Lunds BK. This unprecedented collaboration aims to showcase the city’s diverse sporting talent and increase interest in live sports events. Stefan Sjöström,…
Legendary Band Returns to Linköping After 50 Years Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, the iconic rock group, is set to make a triumphant return to Linköping on February 8th at the Linköping Konsert & Kongress. This performance marks a significant milestone, coming 50 years after their memorable show at Katedralskolan in Linköping. A Musical Legacy Spanning Six Decades Keyboard virtuoso Manfred Mann, born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1940, has been a prominent figure in the British music scene since 1962. His initial band, simply called Manfred Mann, achieved more hits in England than The Beatles during the 1960s. In 1971,…