European Gay & Lesbian Sport Federation

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stimulate integration in sport and emancipation of athletes regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation

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exchange information and enable co-ordination between European sport groups and tournaments tournamentstournaments

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liaison with and support athletes who are thinking about coming out

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support the founding of new sport groups inclusive of all athletes

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fight against discrimination in sport based on gender identity & sexual orientation tournamentstournaments

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Once a year the EGLSF celebrates a huge European LGBTIQ+ sport event: EuroGames. Besides offering a high-quality sport event to the LGBTIQ+ sports community, EGLSF wishes to promote the following goals, also through the EuroGames:

  • fight against discrimination in sport regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity

  • stimulate integration in sport and emancipation of LGBTIQ athletes

  • enable and support the coming out of LGBTIQ athletes

  • support the founding of new LGBTIQ groups

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Jul
26
Sat
all-day 9. Hamburg Rainbow Masters
9. Hamburg Rainbow Masters
Jul 26 all-day
9. Hamburg Rainbow Masters
The 9th Hamburg Rainbow Masters will take place at a new venue. The well known Golfclub Hamburg-Walddörfer e.V. will host this remarkable tournament. This Golfclub has just been recognized as one of the best 15 golf clubs in Germany.  It will be a joy teeing up there. For more information take a look at our eventsite on our homepage (not before spring 2025)! Or join our Facebook group!   STRAIGHTdrivesQUEERplayersPRIDEgolf
Sep
5
Fri
all-day Brussels Games 2025
Brussels Games 2025
Sep 5 – Sep 7 all-day
Brussels Games 2025
The Brussels Games are celebrating their 25th edition: are you ready for a legendary weekend ? And this year, watch out… we’re offering not one, not two, but three dates to make this Brussels Games edition truly LE-GEN-DARY. The Brussels Games, like every event organized at BGS—whether sporting or recreational—are open to everyone, without exception. If you want to learn more about inclusivity and commitment, visit the Inclusivity & Diversity page. Register here :  https://app.twizzit.com/v2/public/form/a1f1d75a086b1d93e49b5661b704b3ac   The programme: Fri 05/09 – welcome evening from 6pm in an iconic Brussels venue Sat 06/09  – all day competitions of badminton, futsal, volleyball & swimming  [...]
Oct
3
Fri
all-day 20. GERMAN RAINBOW OPEN
20. GERMAN RAINBOW OPEN
Oct 3 – Oct 4 all-day
20. GERMAN RAINBOW OPEN
Zum 20. mal jährt sich dieses größte LGBTIQ+ Golfturnier Europas. Regelmäßig kommen weit über 100 Golfende für ein zweitägiges Golfturnier zusammen, um ihre besten Spieler in verschiedenen Wertungsklassen zu ermitteln. Anfänger wie Fortgeschrittene sind gleichermaßen willkommen, jung wie alt. Und das Gesellige kommt auch nicht zu kurz. Das Turnier endet mit einem Gala-Abend und einer berauschenden Siegeehrung. Es ist PlayersNite. Sei dabei und melde Dich an. Die Startplätze sind begrenzt und begehrt. Wir sehen uns auf einer der schönsten Golfanlagen Deutschlands, WINSTONgolf bei Schwerin. Oder schließe Dich unserer Facebookgruppe an!   This is the 20th anniversary of Europe’s largest LGBTIQ+ [...]
Oct
10
Fri
all-day Rainbow Swim Berlin
Rainbow Swim Berlin
Oct 10 – Oct 12 all-day
Hallo ihr Lieben, wir haben eine Schwimmhalle für unseren Wettkampf!  Wir, der Schwimmclub Berliner Regenbogenforellen e.V., können also im Oktober 2025 ein internationales queeres Schwimmevent – den Rainbow Swim Berlin2025 – veranstalten und möchten euch ganz herzlich dazu einladen.  Bitte notiert euch schon einmal den Termin: 10. – 12. Oktober 2025. Der Schwimmwettkampf findet am Samstag, den 11. Oktober 2025, statt. Drumherum wird es ein Rahmenprogramm mit Willkommensabend, Party und Brunch geben, um als internationale queere Schwimmcommunity zusammenzukommen.  Alle Details zum Programm findet ihr auf dieser Seite. Herzliche Grüße und bis bald in Berlin Eure Regenbogenforellen
Jan
17
Sat
all-day Arosa Gay Ski Week
Arosa Gay Ski Week
Jan 17 – Jan 24 all-day
Arosa Gay Ski Week
Arosa Gay Ski Week Celebrates Successful 20th Edition The 20th edition of Arosa Gay Ski Week, held last January, welcomed around 900 LGBTQ+ guests to the beautiful Swiss Alps for a week filled with winter sports and community spirit. Participants enjoyed skiing and snowboarding across Arosa’s spectacular slopes, guided ski groups for all skill levels, and exciting winter activities. The week also featured après-ski gatherings, world-class entertainment and camaraderie in a welcoming environment. We look forward to another memorable edition next winter from January 17-24, 2026! More info: www.ski.lgbt

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Please Note: It is very important to respect people’s desired self-identifications. One should never assume another person’s identity based on that person’s appearance. It is always best to ask people how they identify, including what pronouns they prefer, and to respect their wishes.