Sports in Europe 2025-2026

Europe’s about to deliver a dream sports season over the next year: from American football in Berlin and Madrid to the first-ever NBA regular-season game in Germany, hockey tournaments all over the map, and roaring F1 engines from Monaco to Monza, this year, sports in Europe are on another level. 

We put together this quick guide for where to go, what to see, and where to crash after the final whistle (spoiler alert: MEININGER Hotels are right where the action is). 😉  

🏈 NFL International Games 2025 

🗓️ November 9, 2025 – Atlanta Falcons VS Indianapolis Colts 

📍 Berlin, Germany – Olympiastadion  
🛎️ Stay: in one of the 6 MEININGER hotels in Berlin 

Berlin once again hosts one of the official NFL International Games, bringing American football energy right into the heart of Europe. Expect the stands packed with jerseys from both sides, plus plenty of curious locals getting their first taste of NFL fan culture. It’s loud, it’s fun, and it’s proof that American football in Europe is here to stay. 

🗓️ November 16, 2025 – Washington Commanders VS Miami Dolphins 

📍 Madrid, Spain – Santiago Bernabéu Stadium 

Madrid joins the NFL International Games lineup for the first time and it’s doing it in style. The Bernabéu, normally home to Real Madrid, transforms into gridiron territory for one weekend. 

🏀 NBA in Berlin: History in the making 

🗓️ January 15, 2026 – Orlando Magic VS Memphis Grizzlies 

📍 Berlin, Germany – Uber Arena 
🛎️ Stay next to the venue: MEININGER Hotel Berlin East Side Gallery 

For the first time ever, the NBA in Europe is going full throttle with a regular-season game in Germany. If you’re looking to score seats, check the official NBA Europe tickets website before they vanish. Berlin’s going to feel like a mini All-Star weekend: basketball, food, and good vibes everywhere. 

🏒 EuroHockey Championships & Trophies 

🗓️ January 8–11, 2026 – Men’s EuroHockey Indoor Championship 

📍 Heidelberg, Germany 
🛎️ Stay: MEININGER Hotel Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof  

 Hockey fans, this is your early-year fix. Fast passes, sharp shots, and passionate crowds! Hockey in Europe hits different when you’re in the stands. 

🗓️ January 15–18, 2026 – Women’s EuroHockey Indoor Championship 

📍 Prague, Czechia 
🛎️ Stay in Dresden: MEININGER Hotel Dresden Zentrum (easy road trip to Prague!) 

Perfect road-trip material. Catch world-class hockey action in Prague, and crash back in Dresden for a relaxed evening. 

🗓️ February 13–15, 2026 – EuroHockey Indoor Club Trophy (Men) 

📍 Vienna, Austria 
🛎️ Stay: MEININGER Hotel Vienna Downtown Franz or Downtown Sissi 

 Vienna gets loud for this one. Die-hard local clubs, music, and an atmosphere that feels like one big community event. 

🗓️ April 3–6, 2026 – EuroHockey Club Trophy I (Men & Women) 

📍 Vienna, Austria 
🛎️ Stay: in one of the 2 MEININGER hotels in Vienna

 Both men’s and women’s tournaments roll into spring. Between matches, stroll along the Danube or grab a Wiener schnitzel. 

🗓️ May 21–24, 2026 – EuroHockey Club Trophy II (Men) 

📍 Rome, Italy 
🛎️ Stay: MEININGER Roma Termini 

Hockey meets Italian flair. The crowd’s passionate, the food’s unreal, and every game’s like a fun event. 

🗓️ July 9–12, 2026 – EHCQ I (Men) 

📍 Rome, Italy 
🛎️ Stay: MEININGER Roma Termini 

 Summer hockey under the Roman sun? Yes, it’s gonna be as fun as it sounds. 

🗓️ July 26 – August 1, 2026 – EuroHockey U21 Championship II-B (Women)  

📍 Vienna, Austria 
🛎️ Stay: MEININGER Hotel Vienna Downtown Sissi or Franz 

Future stars hit the rink for this one. Vienna’s mix of historic charm and buzzing nightlife makes it the perfect spot to catch the next generation of champions. 

❄️ Winter Games 2026 

🗓️ February 6–22, 2026 

📍 Milan & Cortina, Italy 
🛎️ Stay: in one of the 2 MEININGER hotels in Milan 

All eyes turn to Northern Italy for the Winter Games: ski jumps, ice hockey, curling, and all the winter magic you can imagine. Milan’s mix of style, sport, and espresso-fueled excitement will make this a highlight of sports in Europe in 2026. 

⚽ Champions League Final 

🗓️ May 30, 2026 

📍 Budapest, Hungary – Puskás Aréna  
🛎️ Stay: MEININGER Budapest Great Market Hall 

The biggest night in European football. No matter who makes it, this will be one for the books. Fans flood every street, bars overflow, and the atmosphere is pure joy. 

🏎️ Formula 1: Summer of speed 

🗓️ June 4–7, 2026 – Monaco Grand Prix 

📍 Monte Carlo, Monaco 
🛎️ Stay: MEININGER Hotel Marseille Centre La Joliette (perfect for a road trip to Monte Carlo) 

 Nothing screams glamour like Monaco in June! You can make it part of a sports-focused road trip from Marseille to get the best of both cities. 

🗓️ June 11–15, 2026 – Barcelona Grand Prix 

📍 Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain 
🛎️ Stay: MEININGER Hotel Barcelona Fira Gran Via 

Sun, speed, sangria, all in one weekend. The race, the beach, and the nightlife make this one a no-brainer. 

🗓️ September 3–7, 2026 – Italian Grand Prix 

📍 Monza, Italy 
🛎️ Stay: in one of the 2 MEININGER hotels in Milan (and make it a quick, fun road trip) 

The “Temple of Speed” closes out the F1 summer with pure adrenaline. Red everywhere, fans everywhere, espresso everywhere. Classic Italy.   

🏁 Wrapping up 

Touchdowns, tip-offs, slapshots, and speed… Europe’s about to deliver a year packed with unforgettable sports moments. Whether you’re chasing American football European events, looking for European NBA action, or following the European hockey circuit, there’s a MEININGER hotel waiting for you nearby with a comfy bed and a cold drink after the game. 😀   

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