Kicksled World Championship in Geilo

A unique event!

Saturday the 31th of January 2026!

The last weekend in January, the sports village of Geilo invites you to the most exciting winter event of the season! The Kicksled World Championship is unique in many ways: it is informal, social, and rich in tradition. With roots in one of the oldest modes of transport in Norway, Sweden, and Finland, dedicated enthusiasts have, since 1982, created a beloved and vibrant winter carnival. The Kicksled World Championship is truly one of the highlights of Geilo!

Tickets to Kicksled WC

and the After Party!

PROGRAM Kicksled WC 2025

(program for 2026 will be updated)

Friday:

20.00 - Spark Off at Off Pist (20 years age limit).
Distribution of start numbers and party.

Saturday:

11:00 - Children's Kicksled Championship.
Opening with entertainment from Ihuga Showstars.

12:00 - Kids event at Norli bok with H.L. Phoenix.

14:00 - Official Kicksled WC (Costumer Class & Racing Class).
Show with Geilo and Kragerø Gokart Grand Prix.
Avalanche drill with emergency services and volunteer rescue service.
Finish line and prize cermony.
Big screen and live broadcast from the race.

16:00 - After Spark - Off Pist (20 years age limit).
Push/Play with DJ, drums and sax creates a party of wonders after the Kicksled WC for all guests and participants.

Tickets to the Preparty and Afterparty are included in the participation ticket to the Kicksled WC.
Tickets to only the Afterparty are also available.

*Changes may occur.

The content of the Kicksled WC has varied over the years, and the event today appears as a winter carnival. There are mainly 2 classes for adults and a separate Kicksled WC for children.
There will be arrangements for stands in the city center and finish area, so bring warm clothes!

If you have questions about the event, you can contact the organizer Ihuga Event.

Kicksled rental in Geilo

The kicksled is a traditional and fun mode of transportation that remains popular among the locals in Geilo. You can rent a kicksled from

Kicksled WC - A Green Event

Geilo is a sustainable destination, and the Kicksled World Championship is an eco-friendly event. Visit Geilo AS is certified as a Eco-Lighthouse business, and the championship adheres to the Eco-Lighthouse Foundation's standards for working environment, procurement, energy, transportation, waste management, emissions, and aesthetics.

We encourage everyone to use public transport, carpool, or take the kicksled whenever possible. For traveling to and from Geilo, we recommend taking the train; you can find schedule information on VY.

For details on public transport schedules, the En-tur app is also a useful resource.

We aim to make it easy for participants and visitors to sort their waste during the Kicksled World Championship and encourage everyone to use the recycling station in the pedestrian street.