Let the games begin!

The 15th EuroGames are finally here! Please find below an overview of some of the events that will be happening this week. Remember, any last minute changes or amendments will be posted on the official EuroGames website. Have a safe week, as see you out and about in Stockholm!

Political Conference

The Political programme of EuroGames Stockholm 2015 will take place between the 6th and 8th of August at Kulturhuset Stadsteatern in Stockholm.

The programme includes sixteen exciting items, consisting of lectures, interviews and panel conversations. Within these, questions concerning heteronormativity and resistance thereof in sports will be raised. The programme aims to create a safe place where the issue of sport and inclusion are discussed.

Examples of programme items are; "Mikaela Destiny Laurén meets Orlando Cruz", an interview with Orlando Cruz, Puerto Rican professional boxer, about his experience of "coming out" during an active career as a professional boxer; "An Olympic coming-out story", a lecture by Peter Häggström, former long jumper, about the importance of being yourself to be able to perform at a top level and; "An alternative way of transitioning", a lecture by Kian Sigge, personal trainer, about how training and nutrition can help us express our self-perceived gender.

The Political programme is interpreted between spoken English and Swedish sign language in collaboration with Tolkforall! (Few changes can occur.)

The Political programme welcomes everyone and is FREE!
Cultural Program

The cultural programme will include many great offers all around Stockholm. Do not miss the unique exhibition by Lars Lerin, Kakan Hermansson and Nino Ramsby at Sven-Harrys Konstmuseum. In the art produced exclusively for this exhibition, the three artists actively explore LGBTQ issues from a personal perspective, in the form of aquarelle, ceramics and poetry.

Another exiting exhibition that will take place during EuroGames Stockholm 2015, is the Swedish sports confederation together with Swedish Sport Museum. This exhibition shows examples in which the rights for LGBTQ persons in relation to equal value, equal rights, companionship and freedom are being questioned. They demonstrate the challenges that remain to be solved by the sport sector.

 

Opening Ceremony

The EuroGames Stockholm Opening Ceremony will take place in Kungsträdgården and be open for all as a public event in the centre of Stockholm. The opening ceremony will include the traditional flag ceremony as well as a range of performances and festivities. More information and news will be released continuously.

The Official programme starts from 12:00 CET with sport activities for all ages. Try playing wheelchair basket, boxing, running or take part in our play "Hela havet stormar" (english "Musical Chairs"). During the day the Pride orchestra and Nino Ramsby will perform. When the evening comes the entertainment will take place on the big scene along with the flag ceremony will parade with all participants. There will be several well know Swedish DJs playing music, Richard Söderberg to perform a beautiful song from his coming record and a special created glittery show from Diamond Dogs. You will be able to have food and drinks while talking to people from EuroGames Stockholm 2015, EGLSF and other organisations all night long.

Read more on eurogamesstockholm.com/event/opening-ceremony
 

Closing Ceremony

Join all athletes, locals and partylicous souls in the last sporty club - the night that never ends and with pride that never fades!
Welcome to the Closing Ceremony of EuroGames Stockholm 2015 that will take place at Marcusplatsen in Sickla. The event will be a public event for all participants, visitors and spectators to attend. This 'open air' park will be i infused with food trucks, cosy lounge areas and we will fill the stage with some wonderful DJs and entertainment :)

Location: Marcusplatsen, Sickla
Time: 19.30-21.00

The venue is situated just "next door" to Nobelberget and the Official Closing Party of EuroGames Stockholm 2015 and (limited number) tickets available via: www.eurogamesstockholm.com/fun

All those who will win a gold medal during EuroGames Stockholm 2015 will be invited to enter the stage area during the Closing Ceremony and attend a "golden selfie" with all the gold medalists. Look out for that via the official hashtag: #eurogamessthlm

Registration

Where and when will registration in Stockholm take place?

Registration will take place in Kungliga Operan in the center of Stockholm next to Kungsträdgården. The address to the location is Gustav Adolfs torg 2. All competitors and visitors have to register. Opening hours for registration as below:

4th of August: 12.00-18.00 CET