Experience the world’s best badminton players

The world’s badminton elite is heading to Horsens in April and May 2026, when Forum Horsens hosts the world championships for national teams – the Thomas & Uber Cup. The arena floor at Forum Horsens will be transformed into a world-class badminton venue, giving spectators the chance to get up close to the action. These championships are not about individual glory – instead, national teams compete for the title of the world’s best badminton nation. The Thomas Cup is the men’s tournament, while the Uber Cup is the women’s equivalent. The two tournaments will be held as one combined event in Horsens. With matches spread across ten days, you can look forward to an intense schedule packed with top-level badminton.

On both the men’s and women’s sides, 16 nations will participate, each with 7–8 players per team. This is the second most prestigious badminton event, after the individual world championships, so countries usually bring their strongest lineups.

Tickets and practical information

Tickets for Thomas & Uber Cup 2026 can be purchased via this link.

The matches will take place from April 24 to May 3, 2026.

Badminton events in the city centre

There is plenty of life in Horsens during the Thomas Cup and Uber Cup. Along the shopping street Søndergade and around Forum Horsens, a variety of events will take place throughout the period. Join the opening celebration on the pedestrian street on the 24th, watch badminton theatre, or try playing on the self-driving badminton court. You can also create your own World Championship medal, have your face painted, or simply relax in the World Championship lounge … and much more.

You can find an overview of events during the Thomas & Uber Cup 2026 on this page (In Danish).

Plan your visit to Horsens

Horsens is a city that is large enough to offer many experiences but small enough that everything is within walking distance. It takes only a few minutes to walk from the city’s shopping center to Forum Horsens, where the matches will be held.

On this page, you can find information and inspiration about accommodations, dining, attractions, nature experiences, and more in Horsens.

Last updated on April 16, 2026 by Casper Terkelsen