Weltklasse Zürich

Emotions, breathtaking world-class sport and goosebump moments:Weltklasse Zürich celebrates national and international athletics at the highest level.

On Wednesday, 26 August 2026, and Thursday, 27 August 2026, the sporting world will once again turn its attention to Zurich. At Zurich Main Station and in the legendary Letzigrund Stadium, fans and athletes can look forward to a unique atmosphere and a sporting spectacle unlike any other.

Whether it’s pole vault, javelin throw, high jump or long jump, sprint, hurdles or middle-distance races – at Weltklasse Zürich, the full diversity of athletics comes to life. And right at the heart of it all: Switzerland’s track and field stars. They compete in thrilling contests against the international elite, arriving in Zurich with numerous Olympic titles, world records and World Championship medals to their names.