U15-U18 Sumo European Championships 2026

Event details

Location: One Veszprém Arena
Date: Friday, 18 September 2026 - Sunday, 20 September 2026
Organizer: Magyar Sumo Szakszövetség

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Sumo EC 2026 is not only a competition, but also a community celebration – with colorful programs and spectacular experiences

Overview

🥋 In August 2026, Veszprém will host the U15 and U18 Sumo European Championships, where the continent's best young competitors will test their strength against each other. The competition is not only a sporting event, but also a cultural gathering that combines Japanese traditions with modern competitive spirit.

🌍 The stakes of the championship are huge: qualification points for the World Championship and the opportunity for future champions to showcase their skills at One Veszprém Arena.

Program and participation information

🎯 Date: August 28-30, 2026

📍 Location: One Veszprém Arena

🏅 Categories: U15, U18 age groups

🎟️ Ticket information: on the official website and at the Hungarian Sumo Association

📞 Contact: [email protected] | +36 70 389 7393

Accompanying programs

🎭 Cultural presentations: a sumo history exhibition, traditional Japanese costumes

🎨 Craft workshops: origami, kanji painting, anime and manga drawing

🍣 Gastronomy: Japanese food, drinks, a tea ceremony

🗣️ Language lessons: basic Japanese language instruction

🛍️ Japanese Shop: gifts for all ages

Learn more!

Source of description: the event's website. Image source: the organizer's Facebook page.