Welcome to Sports Finland
The land of a thousand opportunities for international sports events! Finland is one of the Nordic countries located in northern Europe by the Baltic Sea, with about 5.6 million inhabitants. Finland is a member of the European Union and has been recognised as the happiest country in the world for several years running. The country is a modern mix of natural peace and technological pioneering.
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Ilmoittaudu mukaan Urheilutapahtumaseminaariin 1.8.2025 Jyväskylässä
To Event Organisers
Finland wants to show that it is the best event organiser. Finland has developed the resources and conditions to the level required by international sports events. Finnish cities possess the expertise, infrastructure, resources, and networks to deliver high-quality experiences through major international sporting events.
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To Athletes
One of the best things in all of Finland is invisible, abundant and totally free. Just take a deep breath! The air quality in Finland is one of the best in the world. Finland offers an excellent environment for several sports, both when competing and when training.
Learn moreUpcoming SEMF events
Sport Event Management Finland Urheilutapahtumaseminaari 1.8.2025 (in Finnish)
Finnish national sports event seminar for representatives from sports federations, host cities, event rights holders, and event industry professionals. Held in Jyväskylä, Finland on 1 August 2025.
Vuokatin Huippu-urheiluviikko 24.-28.6.2025 (in Finnish)
On Wednesday, June 25, SEMF Project Director Jani Backman will take the stage at Vuokatti High Performance Sports Week (a national Finnish event focused on dialogue around sports) to discuss upcoming major international sports events.