Pickleball Competitions in Sweden – Complete Tournament Calendar
Are you looking for pickleball competitions in Sweden? At SwePickleBall, we compile the most complete Swedish tournament calendar possible, including both federation-sanctioned competitions and other pickleball tournaments, cups, league play, and events across the country.
Our ambition is for you to be able to use this page as your central starting point when searching for upcoming pickleball competitions in Sweden – regardless of whether the competition is organized within the Swedish Pickleball Federation's competition system or by a club, association, or other organizer.
The page is continuously updated as new competitions are published. Since dates, categories, and registration information can change, you should always check the official registration page for the competition before booking travel or accommodation.
Sweden's Complete Calendar for Pickleball Competitions
The Swedish Pickleball Federation has an official competition structure including SvPF Elite and SvPF Level. In addition to these, many other competitions are also organized in Sweden – for example, local cups, open tournaments, club events, clinics, and various forms of league play.
That's precisely why we are building this calendar to be broader than just the federation's sanctioned competitions.
Here you can find:
- SvPF Elite
- SvPF Level
- Swedish Championships and other national championships
- local and regional pickleball tournaments
- open cups
- league play and team competitions
- clinics and tournament weekends
- other organized pickleball events
Upcoming Pickleball Competitions
Here we continuously add competitions that are open for registration or have public information regarding dates and venues.
For each competition, we try to specify:
- date
- venue city
- tournament name
- competition category or level
- singles, doubles, and mixed doubles
- age categories
- surface and ball when information is available
- registration deadline
- link to official registration
The specific list of competitions will be placed here and updated continuously.
SvPF Elite – Highest National Competition Level
SvPF Elite is the highest level in the Swedish Pickleball Federation's competition structure from the 2026/2027 season and replaces the previous designation SPT 400.
During a season, five SvPF Elite tournaments are planned in addition to the Swedish Championships. SvPF Level for other players will also be held in conjunction with the Elite events.
In SvPF Elite, there are categories for both 19+ and 50+ in:
- men's singles
- women's singles
- men's doubles
- women's doubles
- mixed doubles
For 19+, the eight highest-ranked registered players or teams qualify for Elite, while the corresponding number for 50+ is six.
→ Read more about pickleball ranking in Sweden
SvPF Level – Competition by Skill Level
SvPF Level is the broader part of the Swedish Pickleball Federation's competition system and replaces the former SPT 100.
Here, players are divided more based on skill level, and DUPR rating is used as a complementary tool for level classification where indicated.
The purpose is to create more balanced matches and give more players the opportunity to compete against opponents of approximately the same level.
Other Pickleball Competitions Outside the SvPF System
Not all interesting pickleball competitions in Sweden need to be part of SvPF Elite or SvPF Level.
Clubs and other organizers can, for example, arrange:
- open tournaments
- local club championships
- social cups
- DUPR-based competitions
- age-divided tournaments
- team play
- clinics combined with competition
We therefore also try to find and publish these events when information is available.
This is an important part of why SwePickleBall's competition calendar is intended to be more comprehensive than a calendar that only shows federation-sanctioned competitions.
Swedish Pickleball League – SPL
The Swedish Pickleball League, SPL, is the Swedish Pickleball Federation's official league for team competitions.
The league is a different competition format from regular individual tournaments and allows club teams to compete against each other in organized league play.
Results and matches are handled via RAQT, and the setup may differ between divisions and geographical areas.
How to Register for a Pickleball Competition?
Many Swedish pickleball competitions use RAQT for registration, competition information, schedules, and results.
The process usually looks something like this:
- Create an account in the relevant competition system.
- Open the competition's registration page.
- Select the correct age category and game format.
- Register any doubles or mixed partner.
- Check the registration deadline.
- Read the competition's rules and practical information.
Registration is not complete until you have followed the organizer's instructions and any fees have been paid.
Which Competition Category Should I Choose?
Which category suits you depends on the competition. Some events use age, gender, and game format, while others also divide players by, for example, DUPR rating.
If you are unsure, you should check the competition's own category description before registering.
Playing at the right level usually leads to both more fun and more developmental matches.
Can Beginners Compete in Pickleball?
Yes. You don't have to be an elite player to participate in pickleball competitions.
There are competitions and categories that suit even players with limited competition experience. The most important thing is that you are comfortable with the basic rules, scoring, and how matches work.
If you haven't been playing for long, we recommend that you first review our beginner's guide.
→ Pickleball for beginners – complete guide to starting to play
Prepare for Your First Pickleball Competition
Your first competition doesn't have to be complicated. A few simple preparations will make the day much easier.
- Read the competition information carefully.
- Check start time and location.
- Bring your paddle and extra balls if the organizer recommends it.
- Have water and energy with you for a long competition day.
- Check which ball and surface are used.
- Arrive well in advance of your first match.
- Make sure you know the scoring and serving order.
The most important thing the first time is to gain experience. The result comes second.
Ranking, Rating, and Competitive Play
When you start competing, you will quickly encounter concepts like ranking and rating.
They are used for different things:
- SvPF Ranking reflects results and achievements within the Swedish ranking-based competition system.
- DUPR attempts to estimate your current skill level based on recorded match results.
→ How pickleball ranking works in Sweden
Find Other Players and Train for the Competition
The best way to prepare for competitive play is, of course, to play a lot.
Through a local pickleball club, you can find training partners, participate in organized play, and meet players with different playing styles.
→ Find pickleball clubs and courts in Sweden
Learn Rules and Technique Before Competing
The better you know the rules, the more you can focus on the game itself when the match begins.
Before your first competition, it's especially good to know the serving order, scoring, the kitchen rule, and the double bounce rule.
→ Learn pickleball – rules, technique, tactics, and basics
Missing a Pickleball Competition?
Our ambition is to make this page Sweden's most complete calendar of pickleball competitions.
This means we are happy to receive tips on both federation-sanctioned competitions and other open pickleball events.
If you organize or know of a Swedish pickleball competition that is missing from the calendar, please contact SwePickleBall with:
- competition name
- date
- venue city
- organizer
- categories
- link to registration or more information
Frequently Asked Questions about Pickleball Competitions in Sweden
Where can I find upcoming pickleball competitions in Sweden?
On this page, SwePickleBall collects both federation-sanctioned competitions and other Swedish pickleball tournaments, cups, and league play.
Does SwePickleBall only show competitions from the Swedish Pickleball Federation?
No. The calendar also includes other competitions and events for which we find information. The goal is to provide as complete a picture as possible of Swedish pickleball competition activities.
What is SvPF Elite?
SvPF Elite is the Swedish Pickleball Federation's highest national competition level from the 2026/2027 season.
What is SvPF Level?
SvPF Level consists of level-classified competitions where more players can compete against opponents of comparable skill levels. DUPR can be used as support for classification.
Can beginners participate in pickleball competitions?
Yes. Some competitions and level categories are also suitable for less experienced players. Always read the competition's category description before registering.
What is SPL?
SPL stands for the Swedish Pickleball League and is the Swedish Pickleball Federation's official team competition.
How often is the competition calendar updated?
SwePickleBall updates the page continuously as new Swedish pickleball competitions and events are published or when we receive tips about new competitions.
Find Your Next Pickleball Competition
Whether you're looking for your first beginner tournament, SvPF Level, SvPF Elite, a local cup, or an open pickleball event, the goal is for you to be able to find it here.
Please save the page and come back regularly – the competition calendar is updated as new Swedish pickleball competitions are published.
