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There is something extra with an event in Gothenburg. Do you have an event that you want to host or establish, or an existing event in need of development? Let us help you.

We support you with:

  • Expert knowledge in event development, including sustainability, concept and business development, current trends and market insights.
  • Guidance on how to plan and develop events in public spaces.
  • Leading and facilitating networks for collaboration between the city’s stakeholders.
  • Financial investment to enable and develop selected initiatives within prioritised areas.
  • Managing and leading international bidding processes for major events.

We have extensive experience of major events

In Gothenburg, we are proud to have hosted a wide range of national and international events. We have extensive experience and expertise in bidding processes and candidatures. We place great emphasis on finding creative solutions and adapting the city to meet the specific needs of each event.

International championships (a selection):

  • 2025 – OCR-VM 2024 – World Masters Athletics Championships
  • 2023 – 26th IHF Women’s World Championship
  • 2023 – 28th IHF Men’s World Championship
  • 2018 – Nordea Masters
  • 2018 – Volvo Ocean Race
  • 2017 – FEI European Championships
  • 2016 – EuroSkills
  • 2016 – EHF Women’s Euro Handball
  • 2016 – North Sea Tall Ships Regatta
  • 2015 – Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series
  • 2015 – Volvo Ocean Race
  • 2014 – World Floorball Championships
  • 2013 – Bandy World Championship
  • 2013 – UEFA Women’s Championship
  • 2013 – World Cup Finals in Jumping and Dressage
  • 2013 – European Athletics Indoor Championships
  • 2012 – Women’s Match Racing World Championship
  • 2012 – World Synchronized Skating Championships
  • 2012 – Men’s Olympic Handball Qualification Tournament
  • 2011 – World Handball Championship
  • 2009 – UEFA European Under-21 Championship
  • 2008 – World Figure Skating Championships
  • 2006 – European Athletics Championships, Volvo Ocean Race

Venue Finder - Events

Find meeting venues, accommodation, and social venues in Gothenburg with our easy search tool.

Checklist for sustainable events

We help you make choices that ensure the quality of your event from a sustainability perspective!

Promote your event

Use our communication materials, such as guides, images, maps and practical information, on your website to inspire when promoting your event in Gothenburg.

Action Plan for Events 2023 – 2026

The City of Gothenburg’s plan to further strengthen the city’s position as a leading sustainable events destination.

Do you have any questions? Please contact:

Anna Mjörnvik

Project Manager, Göteborgskalaset (The Gothenburg Festival)
+46 706 31 38 17
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Birte Niederhaus

Concept Development Officer, Göteborgskalaset (The Gothenburg Festival)
+46 31 368 42 56

Cecilia Olofsson

Project Manager, Events

Daina Sakars

Project Coordinator
+46 31 368 42 64

Daniel Widfeldt Lomås

Digital Communications Officer
+46 735 93 74 52

Filip Eklund

Sustainable Development Officer, Events
+46 31 368 42 78

Fredrik Sandsten

Key Account Manager, Recruitment of Music, Culture, and E-sport Events
+46 709 49 52 61

Jane Johnzon

Concept Development Officer, Göteborgskalaset (The Gothenburg Festival)
+46 722 55 75 60

Jennie Heidenfors

Head of Unit, Projects and Events Development
+46 31 368 40 99

Kristian Ferrara

Events Development Officer, New Event Places and Events in the Public Space
+46 728-553015

Lina Barryd

Communications Officer, Events
+ 46 735 93 74 51
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Linn Enckell

Communications Officer, Göteborgskalaset (The Gothenburg Festival)

Madeleine Ekwall Eriksson

Events Development Officer, Annual Sport Events and Legacy
+46 720 83 37 31

Magnus Hallberg

VP and Head of Events
+46 708 10 25 96

Mamdouh Elmchad

Digital Communications Officer, Göteborgskalaset (The Gothenburg Festival)
073-713 80 23

Paulina Kron

Assistant Project Manager, Göteborgskalaset (The Gothenburg Festival)
+46 73-665 65 24

Sara Brankell

Key Account Manager, Recruitment of Sport Events
+46 733 14 35 41

Sara Ohlsson

Assistant Project Manager, Events
+46 722 25 07 90