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One tournament. One community. Everyone belongs.
The Special Olympics Handball Trophy
For the first time, the Partille World Cup welcomes Special Olympics teams from around the world to a dedicated international handball competition.
- Place
- Gothenburg
- Year
- 2027
- Dates
- 5 - 8 July
- Registration end
- 1 April
Experience
One World of Handball
Different backgrounds, different abilities, one shared passion. Teams share the same arenas, celebrations, and tournament atmosphere as thousands of other participants at the Partille World Cup.
Experience
More Than Matches
From the Get Together Party to the spectacular Opening Ceremony, the experience goes far beyond the court. Four days of handball, friendship and unforgettable moments.
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Tournament
Dates & Format
The tournament takes place from 5–8 July 2027, with divisioning, friendly matches, group stage games and finals at Heden Arena. Every team is guaranteed at least five matches.
Tournament Information
Tournament
Who Can Participate?
The competition welcomes mixed teams of athletes with intellectual disabilities, subject to the tournament's eligibility rules. The recommended age range is 12–29 years.
Regulation Handball TrophySchedule
Four days to remember
Four days filled with international handball, new friendships and unforgettable experiences. From the first welcome to the final celebration, every moment is part of something bigger.
MON 5 JULY —
Welcome to Gothenburg
Arrival Check-In, registration, and Get Together Party.
Complete tournament info
TUE 6 JULY —
Let the games begin
Divisioning, friendly matches and Opening Ceremony.
WED 7 JULY —
Time to compete
Group stage matches.
THU 8 JULY —
Finals & celebrations
Playoffs and finals at Heden Arena.
“When we play together, we showcase what handball is truly about: inclusion, friendship, and the joy of sport belong in the same tournament.”
Fredrik Andersson
General Secretary
Experience
A Historic First
For the first time, Special Olympics teams from around the world will come together in a dedicated international competition at the Partille World Cup.
This marks a new chapter in our history, built on more than 50 years of uniting people through handball.
Be part of the beginning of something extraordinary.
Experience
One World of Handball
At the Partille World Cup, inclusion is not a separate event; it's part of the experience.
Teams share the same arenas, accommodation, and celebrations as thousands of other players from around the world.
Different backgrounds. Different abilities. One shared passion for handball.
Participation
Packages & Fees
Teams With Accomodation
Team Registration
1 100SEK per team
- Full Package
- 1 800 SEK
- Includes 3 nights at school accommodation
- 10 meals
- Experience Package with World Cup Pass
per participant
Local Teams
Team Registration
2 000 SEK per team
Tillägg
- Experience Package / World Cup Pass
- 600 SEK
Includes Opening Ceremony and World Cup Pass
Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate?
The tournament is intended for athletes with intellectual disabilities, and participation is governed by the competition's inclusive eligibility rules. Please contact the organizers if you are unsure about your team's eligibility.
Can girls and boys play together?
Yes, the Special Olympics Handball Trophy is played with mixed teams.
How many matches will we play?
Every team is guaranteed a minimum of five matches, including those in the competition program.
Where will matches be played?
Matches are played outdoors on artificial turf, with the finals scheduled at Heden Arena in central Gothenburg.
Can our team stay at a hotel?
Yes, hotel accommodation can be arranged. Please contact Partille World Cup for available options and prices.
What should we bring for school accommodation?
Teams staying at schools should bring mattresses and bedding. Rental sets are available for SEK 300 per person.
What accommodation options are available?
Teams will stay in school accommodation arranged by the Partille World Cup or can request hotel accommodation. The Full Package includes three nights of school accommodation, ten meals, and the Experience Package.