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Swedish Women’s Handball Team to Start Next Season in Eskilstuna and Gävle The Swedish women’s handball team is set to kick off their next season with matches against Spain in Eskilstuna on October 24 and Gävle on October 26. This autumn gathering will be crucial for their preparations ahead of the upcoming European Championship. “A very good opponent for us in our European Championship preparations, and we are happy to play two new international matches in front of our home crowd,” says national team coach Tomas Axnér. The team will be based in Gävle during the national team week in…
Skellefteå Tourist Center Wins Best Hospitality Award in Tourist Information We are proud to announce that Skellefteå Tourist Center has been awarded the prize for Best Hospitality in Tourist Information by Visita. The award was presented at Visitadagen in Stockholm on May 6th. This prestigious recognition highlights the dedicated and personalized service our team delivers daily. It’s a result of hard work and a continuous effort to develop and improve to meet our visitors’ needs. The physical store plays a crucial role in a growing Skellefteå, becoming a natural and central meeting place where both long-time residents and newcomers receive…
Long-Term Agreement for International Youth Football in Borås The Swedish Football Association and the City of Borås have signed a 3-year agreement to host youth international matches at Borås Arena. These matches are often played in tournament format, with participating nations staying, training, and playing matches in Borås for about 10 days. Jörgen Larsson, Event Manager at the Swedish Football Association (SvFF), emphasizes the advantages of having Borås as the host city for these events: “We have had successful boys’ and girls’ tournaments in Borås for a few years now and have seen the benefits of the city as a…
Skellefteå’s Biggest After-Work Event is Coming Soon On Wednesday, May 29th, Skellefteå is set to host its largest after-work event ever at Sara Kulturhus. From 5 PM to 8 PM, the Södra Foajén will transform into a grand mingling party featuring live music and a vibrant bar atmosphere. The event especially welcomes newcomers to Skellefteå. To encourage connections, organizers will place conversation cards throughout the venue. The bar will offer various drink options and a small snack menu for those feeling peckish. “We’re hoping for a fantastic evening where everyone is welcome and new friendships will be formed,” says Sofia…
Exciting Events Coming to Lidköping’s New City Square From May 8-17, 2024, Nya Stadens Torg (New City Square) in central Lidköping will transform into a vibrant event space, offering a variety of activities for locals and visitors alike. District Championship Boules Tournament Boules courts will be set up in the square, hosting the District Championship from May 9-12. Spectators can watch Västergötland’s best players compete and even try their hand at the game. “It’s the first time our district championship has moved to the center of a city, and it will be fantastic for both players and visitors,” says Oliver…
World Sleddog Championship Returns to Östersund in 2025 Östersund, Sweden, will once again host the World Sleddog Association (WSA) World Championship from February 7-9, 2025. The event will feature both sprint and middle-distance races, attracting approximately 150 mushers and 1,100 dogs from 20 countries. A Major Step Forward for Sleddog Sports Following the success of the 2022 championship, WSA President Arno Steichler expressed enthusiasm for returning to Östersund: “After the 2022 World Championship in Östersund, the competitors were full of praise for the perfect organization of the championships, and they unanimously stated that Östersund had the best tracks they had…
Petra Marklund and Lillasyster to Headline Festival at Haneberg On July 5-6, a two-day festival featuring several established artists will take place at Haneberg in Näshulta. Along with great food and drinks, the event offers summer evenings in a unique environment with two completely different genres of music. On Friday, hands will be in the air when Petra Marklund performs with her band. She has a long career behind her with both international hit songs and appreciated interpretations from “Så mycket bättre”. The first evening also features rising star Felicia Takman, who released her debut EP in 2020 with the…
Exciting New Additions to Kinnekulle Spring Tour 2024 The annual Kinnekulle Spring Tour returns on May 4-5, 2024, offering visitors a chance to experience the beauty of nature and meet local artisans as spring arrives in the region. This year’s event features several exciting new additions, including new exhibitors, a new location for the collective exhibition, and the introduction of a Spring Tour bus service. New Spring Tour Bus Service For the first time, visitors can experience the Spring Tour by bus. This guided tour provides easy access to the event’s offerings without the hassle of navigating crowded parking areas.…
Celebrate Skellefteå AIK’s Fourth Swedish Championship at Guldtorget! After a decade-long wait, Skellefteå AIK has clinched their fourth Swedish Championship in ice hockey, and it’s time to celebrate in the Gold City! The team has delivered an outstanding performance throughout the season, and now it’s time to honor their achievement with a grand celebration at Guldtorget (Gold Square). Join the Golden Festivities The celebration kicks off at 16:30 on Tuesday, April 30th, with music and warm-up activities before the main program begins at 17:00. Fans are encouraged to dress in the team’s colors of yellow, black, and gold to show…
World’s Sharpest Minds to Compete in Lund The city of Lund, Sweden, will host the 2024 World Memory Championships from November 22-24. This prestigious event will bring together the world’s top mental athletes to compete in various memory disciplines. “Lund and knowledge go hand in hand, making it the perfect place for the competition,” says Idriz Zogaj, chairman of the Swedish Memory Federation, which is organizing the World Championships in Lund. Sweden has a strong history of success in memory competitions. Jonas von Essen has won the world championship twice, and the Swedish national team has also claimed gold. “Considering…