Events

2May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events

Santorini Experience 2024: Greek island’s popular sports event returns in October

The Greek island of Santorini, one of the world’s most popular tourism destinations, will host the ‘Santorini Experience’ sports event for the seventh year from 3-6 October 2024.   Santorini, with its breathtaking views, dominating volcano and captivating beaches, once again welcomes professional and amateur runners and open-water swimmers for its sports tourism showcase.  Running enthusiasts will have the opportunity to enjoy three stunning trail running routes, overlooking the Caldera and the magnificent views of the volcano, having as background the settlements of Imerovigli, Firostefani, and Oia. The 5km route is designed for both running and dynamic walking, while the 10km route caters to those with more experience in longer distances. The 15km distance is tailored fo...

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2May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Calendars, Editor's Pick, Events

2024 sports events calendar: this year’s global sporting events

Here we take a look at the biggest sporting events scheduled to be held in 2024. Major events this year include the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, Uefa Euro 2024 men's football tournament and the Solheim Cup women's golf event. We will continue to update this page as events are confirmed. Any times stated below are UK. Main image: NFL at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London (Credit: Mike Starling/Sports Tourism News) Subscribe to our monthly newsletter Sports events in 2024 Sporting highlights in 2024 include: 2024 PDC World Darts Championship final: 3 January; Alexandra Palace, London  Six Nations rugby union: men's 2 February-16 March; women's 23 March-27 April NFL Super Bowl LVIII: 11 February; Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nevada Uefa Champions League fi...

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30Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events

‘Celebration of Speed’ returns to Lympstone Manor in July 2024

Lympstone Manor, a luxury manor house hotel in the English county of Devon, will host its annual Celebration of Speed on Wednesday 10 July 2024. The one-day summer festival commemorates Michelin-starred chef-owner Michael Caines’ love of motorsport with a line-up including panel discussions with TV presenter and racing driver, Jodie Kidd, and TV presenter and motor specialist, Ant Anstead. As the evening draws in, Lympstone Manor transforms for a “Party in the Paddock”, with a musical line-up including rock sensations The Feeling and DJ Gok Wan.  The 28-acre grounds will transform as it welcomes an exclusive collection of supercars, and motorbikes, offering guests unrivalled access to some of the most desired and exciting brands in motorsport including Lamborghini, McLaren, Ferrari, an...

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14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Calendars, Events

Horse racing 2024 calendar: biggest races, events and festivals

A huge sporting tradition in the UK and internationally, flat and jump horse racing brings in the punters to many huge races, events and festivals. Featuring the English Classics, the Grand Nationals, Gold Cups and The Derby, the British racing calendar is action-packed throughout the year. Here we look at the major horse races and events taking place in 2024. Main image: Downpatrick Racecourse in Co. Down, Northern Ireland Subscribe to our monthly newsletter Major UK horse races in 2024 New Year’s Day Racing at Cheltenham When: 1 January 2024 Where: Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire, England Website and tickets: thejockeyclub.co.uk Cheltenham Festival When: 12-15 March 2024 Where: Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, England  Feature races (ju...

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14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Calendars, Events

Tennis 2024 calendar: grand slams and big events

In this tennis events guide we start by taking a look at the dates of the four grand slams in 2024 – plus a look at the big tournaments on the ATP and WTA tours. The next tennis grand slam is the French Open at Roland-Garros in Paris in May and June 2024. Top image: PxHere.com Tennis grand slams in 2024 Australian Open When: 14-28 January 2024Where: Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia French Open Roland-Garros When: 20 May-9 June 2024Where: Stade Roland-Garros, Paris, France The Championships WimbledonWhen: 1-14 July 2024Where: All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, London, England US OpenWhen: 26 August-8 September 2024Where: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, New York City, US https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8zju9rgl5M Tennis team ev...

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14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Calendars, Events

International rugby union 2024 calendar

2024 rugby union events and tournaments INTERNATIONAL RUGBY UNION The men's and women's Six Nations and the summer and autumn international Test matches are on the rugby union calendar in 2024. Events in 2024 2 February-16 March: men's Six Nations 23 March-27 April: women's Six Nations 22 July-27 July: men's summer internationals 10 August-28 September: Rugby Championship 2-30 November: men's autumn internationals Major tournaments, events and fixtures Men's Six Nations 2025 Round 1 Friday 31 January 2025: France vs. Wales (Stade de France, Paris)Saturday 1 Februar...

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14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Calendars, Events

World’s best marathons and running festivals in 2024

Completing a marathon – the magical 26.2-mile distance (or 42.195km) – has become a bucket-list item for beginner and competitive runners alike.     The six biggest marathons in the world – Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago and New York City – form the Abbott World Marathon Majors series and there’s also hundreds of other running events to choose from on any given month throughout the year.  From events in major cities and snow to vineyards and African safari, here’s our pick of the best marathons around the world in 2024. All events and dates are subject to change. Travel agencies A number of travel agencies offer packages to various marathons and running events around the world, including: Marathon Travel & Tours Sports Tours Intern...

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13Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Calendars, Events

World’s best half marathons in 2024

If running the full 26.2-mile marathon isn’t for you then why not attempt the 13.1-mile half marathon distance instead? There’s hundreds of great events to choose from in 2024 – here we pick out some of the best half marathons in the world. All events and dates subject to change. Travel agencies A number of travel agencies offer packages to various marathons and running events around the world, including: Marathon Travel & Tours Sports Tours International Destination Sport Experiences 2:09 Events RunFun Travel  Marathon World Travel Tri Travel Related articles World’s best marathons 2024 sports events calendar: this year’s global sporting events Subscribe to our monthly newsletter Half marathons in 2024 PolarNight Half Marathon...

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8Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Calendars, Events, Sports Travel

Formula 1 2024 race calendar: GP dates and venues

The calendar has been announced for the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship, approved by the World Motor Sport Council. Featuring 24 races, the 2024 F1 season starts in Bahrain on 2 March and finishes in Abu Dhabi on 8 December. For the opening two races of the season, in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, the grand prix will take place on a Saturday. This decision has been taken to accommodate Ramadan. Stefano Domenicali, president and CEO of Formula 1, said: “I am delighted to announce the 2024 calendar with 24 races that will deliver an exciting season for our fans around the world. There is huge interest and continued demand for Formula 1, and I believe this calendar strikes the right balance between traditional races and new and existing venues.” 2024 F1 calendar  Main i...

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25Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events

Sport in France in 2024: major events and sporting highlights

France is getting ready for a bumper year of tourism and sport in 2024 with a number of new and exciting openings, exhibitions, sustainable tourism initiatives, and major anniversaries on the calendar. The country is also in the final preparation stages of hosting its biggest ever event, the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. Here we take a look at the sporting highlights in France in 2024.  SPOT24: new urban sport and culture hub with Olympic exhibition  Paris, Île-de-France: until 31 December 2024 Paris je t'aime (the Paris Tourist Office) has set up a new hybrid venue showcasing urban sport, culture and Olympism. Serving as a tourist information point, Olympics ticket office and official shop, alongside a café dedicated to Parisian products, SPOT24 also com...

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25Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Editor's Pick, Events

‘The Messi Experience’ to kick off world tour in Miami

Lionel Messi’s glittering footballing career will be the subject of a first-of-its-kind interactive multimedia experience launching in April 2024. Kicking off its world tour in Miami, Florida, “The Messi Experience: A Dream Come True” will take football fans on a journey starting with his early years in Rosario, Argentina, his arrival and career at FC Barcelona in Spain, to lifting the 2022 Fifa World Cup with Argentina in Qatar.  Created by Primo Entertainment and Moment Factory, “The Messi Experience” will transform The Hangar at Regatta Harbour in Miami's Coconut Grove into an interactive fan attraction. Visitors will be immersed in ten physical and digital experiences right alongside the football legend like never before, both on and off the field.  The 2023 ...

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15Oct By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events

The Formula 1 Exhibition: Vienna to host show from February 2024

The Formula 1 Exhibition and Formula 1 have announced that Austria’s capital Vienna will be the next city to host the show. Set to open on 2 February 2024 and run until late spring at the METAStadt Vienna, the exhibition features spectacular immersive and interactive audio-visual design, never-before-seen films and images, educational and interactive exhibits, iconic artefacts and F1 cars from different eras. The exhibition’s move to Vienna follows a critically acclaimed run in Madrid, where it quickly became Spain’s biggest temporary show in 2023.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBxbKQgrswM About the exhibition Delivering a storytelling adventure across six specially designed rooms spread over 3,000m2 and in collaboration with award-winning curators, artists and filmm...

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28Sep By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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On Location releases new Paris 2024 Olympics hospitality experiences

On Location, the official hospitality provider for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, has unveiled a new collection of experiences for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. The latest offerings include exclusive packages for track and field, sailing, and dining in the iconic Eiffel Tower. From seats close to the finish line of track and field competitions to taking in the sailing races from a boat on the water, these offerings are the first of their kind, and the closest fans will get to the sporting events without actually competing. The premium dining access offered at the famous Gustave Eiffel Lounge, allows guests to soak up Parisian culture while enjoying the stunning skyline. Will Whiston, executive vice president of Olympic and Paralympic Games for On Location, said: “We are excite...

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21Sep By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, London, Sports Travel

‘NFL Experience London’ fan event to be held at Battersea Power Station

American football returns to London in October with three regular-season NFL fixtures being held in the English capital. And to mark the 2023 NFL London Games, a one-day fan event will take place at Battersea Power Station on Saturday 7 October, from 10am to 6pm.  The free-to-attend “NFL Experience London” event will feature a Quarterback Challenge, Broad Jump and Vertical Jump, Wide Receiver, and Field Goal Kick activities. The Jacksonville Jaguars, Chicago Bears, New York Jets and Minnesota Vikings will also have fan activations and photo opportunities at the venue. Merchandise and vintage memorabilia from all 32 NFL teams will be available to buy, plus a New Era cap personalisation station and vending machine, with a Fanatics container shop that will dispense NFL products. Giant ...

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31Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Sports Business

Birmingham to host the 2024 SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit

The English city of Birmingham, which hosted the 2022 Commonwealth Games, has landed another big event: the 2024 SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit. Taking place at the International Convention Centre from 7-11 April 2024, the 18th edition of the sports business event will welcome more than 1,500 global sports leaders to “Brum”, including sport-related associations and companies, members from the International Olympic Committee, all the International Federations, and organisers of future Olympic and Paralympic Games and major events. The SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit will be held in the UK for the second time in its history after London hosted the summit in 2011. In an announcement, SportAccord said that Birmingham and the West Midlands secured its host...

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31Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Guides, Holidays & Trips, Scotland

Sport in Scotland: events, activities and things to do

It may be the land of whisky, Munros, the Highland Games and football's Old Firm, but for many people across the world Scotland is the home of one thing… golf. With some of the best courses in the world - Gleneagles, St Andrews Old Course and Carnoustie to name just three - Scotland is the place that every amateur and professional golfer wants to experience.  It’s not just golf that sports travellers should visit Scotland for though. With its magnificent terrains, lochs and mountains, the country is a haven for winter sports and outdoor activities.  Related articles Scottish golf bucket list ‘Water wellness’ in Scotland Book: ‘Blue Scotland’ by Mollie Hughes Best beaches in Scotland Major sporting events in Scotland Highland GamesEvents usually take place across Scotland throughout the ...

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28Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Hotels & Resorts

Villa La Massa Excellence: Tuscany hotel launches new supercar event

Villa La Massa, a stunning Medicean villa on the banks of the Arno River in Italy’s Tuscany region, will host its first ever supercar event: Villa La Massa Excellence. Taking place from 13-15 October 2023 in collaboration with Italian agency Canossa Events, the three-day event will be dedicated to iconic collectors’ supercars from the 1980s to 2000 and the finest hospitality. The schedule for Villa La Massa Excellence features a culinary celebration on 13 October, a full-day car show on 14 October (open to the public), and a morning drive through the rolling hills of the Chianti region on 15 October with a visit to a local winery. Visiting guests will also be able to explore the historical and cultural wonders of Florence, which is only 15 minutes away by shuttle from th...

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28Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events

A guide to the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in India

The 13th ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup will take place in India between 5 October and 19 November 2023. Featuring ten nations, the 50-over one-day international (ODI) tournament will be held across 46 days in 10 host cities. Venues and host cities The 10 stadiums and host cities: Arun Jaitley Stadium, DelhiBharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpai Ekana Cricket Stadium, LucknowEden Gardens, KolkataHimachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, DharamsalaChinnaswamy Stadium, BengaluruMA Chidambaram, ChennaiMaharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, PuneNarendra Modi Stadium, AhmedabadRajiv Gandhi International Stadium, HyderabadWankhede Stadium, Mumbai https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Msc6xy6a7e8 Teams  The ten countries that will compete for the trophy are:  India (...

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14Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Scotland, Sports Business, Sports Travel

UCI Cycling World Championships attracts record crowds in Scotland

The 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships in Glasgow and across Scotland have taken the sport to “new heights”, according to UCI president David Lappartient. It’s estimated that one million spectators turned out to watch the 11-day festival of cycling, while millions more tuned in around the world. The final event of the programme, the Women Elite Road Race, brought the curtain down on the inaugural event that has seen 13 UCI world championships combined into one mega event for the first time ever. Belgium’s Lotte Kopecky claimed the top spot following a thrilling finish to the race that saw tens of thousands line the route between Balloch and Glasgow. It was the first time the women’s elite road race has closed a UCI World Championship, with 207 riders (including women under-23) tak...

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2Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Event in focus: Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival 2023

The Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival returns from 7-15 October 2023, featuring some old favourites and new unique routes. This popular event makes the most of the Unesco Biosphere Reserve that encompasses the entire island.  The majority of walks are led by local volunteers, keen to share their knowledge of a subject, or to just “show-off” their favourite walk on the Isle of Wight – and with limited spaces, booking is recommended. The festival’s website is now updated with the latest walks and booking information.  Images: visitisleofwight.co.uk Charitable and historic walks New for the 2023 autumn edition is a fundraiser for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA). The 5k “Dash in the Dark” aims to bring together attendees and supporters of the HIOWAA to r...

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