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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Jyväskylä remains the host city of the World Rally Championship in Finland through 2031
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.
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Smartcities & sport Summit 16–18 November 2026
Smartcities & sport is about emulation amongst its members, sharing best practices and mutual inspiration on how to use sport as a relevant and efficient means and medium to improve cities in all aspects of their development.
SportAccord Convention 9–13 May 2027
Sport Event Management Finland will attend the SportAccord Convention that brings together more than 1,700 leaders and key decision makers from over 120 International Federations (IFs), the International Olympic Committee, and organisations involved in the business of sport.