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 Teddy Riner, multiple Olympic champion and an absolute icon of his discipline, as well as major 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