Kalmar to Host National Sports Forum 2026
Kalmar is set to become the host city for the National Sports Forum in autumn 2026, marking the first time this significant event will take place in the city.
Event Details
- Date: November 8-9, 2026
- Expected Participants: Approximately 400
- Venue: Kalmarsalen
Key Stakeholders Speak
“It is very pleasing that the national sports board has chosen Småland and Kalmar for the next National Sports Forum,” says Roger Ödebrink, chairman of RF-SISU Småland.
“The National Sports Forum is one of our most important meeting places where we discuss, involve, and collectively prepare future issues. I’m truly looking forward to gathering the sports movement’s leading representatives in the beautiful cultural and sports city of Kalmar,” says Anna Iwarsson, Chair of the National Sports Federation.
Local Impact and Significance
Lasse Johansson, chair of Destination Kalmar, emphasized the event’s importance: “We have a rich and active community life, and the National Sports Forum’s arrival in Kalmar will be significant. Together with RF-SISU Småland, we will ensure a successful event.”
Strategic Vision
Johanna Wedin from Kalmar Convention Bureau highlighted the strategic benefits: “We work to develop Kalmar’s offerings year-round. Hosting the National Sports Forum will benefit both local sports organizations and the city’s economy.”
About the National Sports Forum
- Key meeting for elected representatives from sports federations
- Discusses critical shared sports-related issues
- Held biennially with approximately 400 participants
Contact Information
For more details, contact:
- Rickard Strandberg: rickard.strandberg@rfsisu.se
- Henrik N. Ederam: henrik.nilsson-ederam@kalmar.se
- Johanna Wedin: johanna.wedin@kalmar.com
