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International Biathlon Day

Celebrating Biathlon for All

International Biathlon Day (IBD), held each year on the last weekend of May, is a global celebration that brings biathlon closer to communities worldwide. Through “try-it” zones, youth races, family relays, and recruitment events, National Federations showcase the sport’s fun, inclusive spirit. It’s a chance to highlight our achievements, promote ongoing activities, and strengthen communication through a unified identity—reaching more people and growing the biathlon community together.

The event is part of the International Biathlon Union’s ongoing commitment to grow the sport through its Biathlon4All programme, which focuses on engaging youth and newcomers by providing fun, family-friendly activities that combine endurance and shooting skills.

International Biathlon Day returns each year on the last weekend of May. Save the dates for upcoming years:

  • 30 May 2026

  • 29 May 2027

  • 27 May 2028

  • 26 May 2029

  • 25 May 2030

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Showing events for 2025. 24 events in 24 countries.

International Biathlon Day Events

The International Biathlon Union marked a historic milestone on 24 May 2025 by celebrating the first-ever International Biathlon Day as part of the Biathlon4All initiative. This event, held in over 20 different countries around the world in collaboration with National Federations worldwide, brought biathlon closer to communities globally.

Click on the profile of each country below to find out the wide range of activities taking place on this special day.

IBD 2025 events

24 events in 24 countries
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Organisation

National Federations are invited to organise an International Biathlon Day. The goal is to make sure it's a big, inclusive party that welcomes athletes, para-athletes, kids, parents, coaches, and volunteers alike. Activities may include "try-it" zones, youth races, family relays, and recruitment events as well as offer opportunities to experience the thrill of hitting targets with (laser) rifles and engaging in various family-friendly activities.

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Roles & Collaboration

International Biathlon Union (IBU)

  • Provide a communication and media toolkit to support promotion

  • Highlight global efforts through shared storytelling and social media

  • Emphasise a collaborative, unified approach to grow the sport

  • Support defined event with material and promotional support

National Federations (NFs)

  • Coordinate and promote events across clubs and regions

  • Motivate organisers and ensure a variety of inclusive formats

  • Share national-level visibility and best practices

  • Supports with laser/optical rifles equipment donated by IBU within B4A projects

  • Support communication throughout social media

  • If possible, support with athlete ambassadors

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