SportAccord Convention confirmed for Baku, 9–13 May 2027

SportAccord today confirmed that the SportAccord Convention will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 9-13 May 2027. Following the postponement of the 2026 edition, SportAccord and its partners in Azerbaijan have worked closely together to secure dates that will deliver the best possible experience for all participants. 

Baku, recently named World Capital of Sport, will provide an exceptional setting for what promises to be one of the most anticipated editions of the Convention in recent years, bringing together leaders from the International Olympic Committee, International Federations, host cities, rights holders, and the wider sports industry. 

SportAccord President Prof. Dr. Uğur Erdener said: 

“Baku holds a special significance for me, and I have no doubt it will deliver an extraordinary edition of our Convention. The commitment shown by our Azerbaijani partners throughout this process has been exceptional. This edition will also mark an important moment for SportAccord itself, as we continue to evolve our vision for what this Convention can and should be for the global sports movement.” 

Azerbaijan’s Minister of Youth and Sports, H.E. Farid Gayibov said: 

“Baku is ready. As World Capital of Sport, the city looks forward to welcoming the global sports community and delivering a Convention that reflects our ambition and our enduring partnership with SportAccord. We are confident that 9-13 May 2027 will mark a defining moment for the future of international sport.” 

SportAccord is also continuing to build a strong programme of initiatives for the remainder of 2026, with further updates to follow in the coming weeks. With SportAccord in advanced discussions with several world-class cities regarding future editions of the Convention, the organisation expects to announce additional host locations for the coming years, reflecting a strong and exciting pipeline ahead. 

About the SportAccord Convention

The SportAccord Convention brings together over 1,700 leaders and decision-makers from more than 120 International Federations, the IOC, global sports organisations, host cities and business leaders.

It offers an unparalleled platform for sports leaders to connect, share insights and explore new opportunities within a single event. The Convention features:

Official meetings of International Federations and major sports organisations

Networking events that bring together key players from across the sports world

A dedicated exhibition space for cities, regions, and businesses

A thought-provoking conference programme featuring global sports leaders

About SportAccord

SportAccord is a sports event organisation based in Lausanne, Switzerland, governed by stakeholders representing both Olympic and non-Olympic International Federations.

Its mission is to promote and protect the common interests of its members, assisting them in achieving their global objectives and facilitating knowledge-sharing across the international sports community.

Visit SportAccord.sport for more information.

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After years of growing, Yutang Sports, with a comprehensive media and marketing promotion system, is now dedicating to reporting sports business and marketing trends, providing sports business news, analysis, and exclusive data reports in both Chinese and English. Having been cooperated with top-level domestic and international sports summits, Yutang Sports is opening a window for Chinese sports industry to embrace the world.