Announcement: 2025 WUKF World Karate Championships in Malmö
We’re pleased to announce that the 2025 WUKF World Karate Championships will be held in Malmö (Sweden), over 9th to 13th July.
Competitors from around the world will come together to showcase their skills in one of the biggest events in our history.
With Malmö’s vibrant culture and excellent facilities, participants and spectators alike will enjoy an unforgettable experience. Malmö is ready to host this major event, and we’re looking forward to a fantastic week of competition.
Malmö Arena is the second largest indoor arena in Sweden and has twice hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 2013 and 2024 with a capacity of over 15000.
“We are delighted to raise the bar with the 2025 WUKF World Karate Championships. The Malmö arena is an incredible venue and superb setting with integrated transport links and many hotels on site and within walking distance. Organised by WUKF Denmark, this will be an incredible event as we celebrate the best of WUKF World Karate.”
– Dr Liviu Crisan, WUKF World President
“I’m so proud that WUKF Denmark again has been given the trust to organise an official WUKF Championship once again. We will deliver a sustainable event, where all our efforts will be to make a perfect setup so athletes, referees, spectators will the best experience.”
– Mr Søren Helsted, WUKF Denmark
“The professionalism of the organising team has been immense so far, and we thank them for their work to date. The support of the local, regional and national partners in Sweden has been very positive and we look forward to what will be one of the most memorable events in our history.”
– Mr Roy O’Kane, WUKF Chief Operating Officer
