Agility World Championship 2025: A Global Dog Sports Extravaganza in Kalmar
Soon, dogs and their handlers from around the world will gather in Kalmar for the Agility World Championship. From September 17-21, 2025, the event will take place in Hatstore Arena, featuring 528 teams from 41 countries across five continents.
Event Highlights
- 528 dog teams from 41 countries
- 29 different dog breeds participating
- Nearly 2,000 spectators expected daily
- International competition with multiple size classes
”We look forward to welcoming agility practitioners from around the world to Kalmar. During five action-packed days, the world’s best agility dogs will compete for titles,” says Frida Petersson, Sports Event Project Manager at Destination Kalmar.
Competition Details
The championship follows international rules, dividing dogs into four size classes: small, medium, intermediate, and large. Competitions will be held both individually and in teams, with courses designed to test speed and precision.
Event Schedule
| Date | Competition Hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, September 16 | 18:00 – Opening Ceremony (Free Entry) |
| Wednesday, September 17 | 08:00 – 19:00 |
| Thursday, September 18 | 08:00 – 20:00 |
| Friday, September 19 | 08:00 – 18:30 |
| Saturday, September 20 | 08:00 – 20:30 |
| Sunday, September 21 | 08:00 – 19:00 (Closing 20:00 – 22:00) |
”Finally, it’s happening! The best of the best are gathering in Kalmar – it doesn’t get better agility than this, #coolAgility,” says Krister Andreasson, Chairman of the Swedish Agility Club.
Additional Information
More details are available at agilitywc2025.com. Dog-friendly Kalmar information can be found at kalmar.com/dog-friendly.
