The world’s judo elite at Vaudoise aréna

From August 28 to 30, 2026, experience a world-class sporting event at Vaudoise aréna with the Lausanne Judo Grand Slam, an official stop on the International Judo Federation World Tour.

For the first time, Switzerland will host a competition of this scale, bringing together the best judokas in the world for three days of intense and spectacular action.

A unique event in Switzerland

The 2026 edition will mark a historic first by combining elite and para-judo competitions within a single event.

A strong and meaningful approach that reflects a more inclusive vision of sport, where all athletes share the same stage.

The world’s best judokas in Lausanne

Nearly 900 athletes, including 300 para-athletes, from more than 50 nations are expected in Lausanne.

Among them will be figures of international judo and promising Swiss talents to watch closely :

• Daniel Eich, multiple World Judo Tour medalist
• Binta Ndiaye, Olympic athlete
• April Fohouo, U21 World Champion

A must-see sporting spectacle

High-level performances, explosive matches and intense emotions: over three days, the Lausanne Judo Grand Slam will immerse you in the very best of international judo.

A must-attend event for sports fans, families and anyone looking to experience a major international competition.

Schedule

The competitions will take place throughout the day, with the finals held each evening.

• Doors open: 7:30 AM

• Start of competitions: 8:00 AM

• End of competitions: 8:00 PM

Friday, August 28, 2026

• Men: -60 kg / -66 kg

• Women: -48 kg / -52 kg / -57 kg

• Para Judo: Adaptive Judo

Saturday, August 29, 2026

• Men: -73 kg / -81 kg

• Women: -63 kg / -70 kg

• Para Judo: Deaf and hard-of-hearing athletes

Sunday, August 30, 2026

• Men: -90 kg / -100 kg / +100 kg

• Women: -78 kg / +78 kg

• Para Judo: Visually impaired and blind athletes

The detailed schedule will be announced soon.

Practical Information

Tickets
Tickets are now available via Ticketmaster

Getting there

No parking is available on-site during events. We strongly encourage the use of public transport.

Vaudoise aréna is easily accessible:

• Train: Prilly-Malley CFF station (timetables: https://www.sbb.ch/en).
• Metro: M1 line - Prilly-Malley stop
• Bus: TL network serving the venue (timetables: https://www.t-l.ch).

More information: https://vaudoisearena.ch/plan-dacces/

Park-and-ride options 

Park-and-ride options connected to public transport: UNIL, EPFL and P+R Vennes