Experience the thrill of sports in Košice

Dive deeper into your sports side in Košice alongside locals on the stands of Košice Football Arena, renowned for its passionate matches! With a capacity of 12,555 spectators, this modern stadium is the home of FC Košice and regularly hosts top-level football games.

From June 11 to 28, 2025, it will become one of the venues for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, welcoming teams from Finland, the Netherlands, Denmark and Ukraine. Check out our Events Calendar for match details and be part of a football celebration you won’t forget!

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Vibrant hub of energy and activity–located on Popradská Street in the Terasa neighborhood, this modern sports complex invites you to play a match with your teammates on three indoor tennis courts and three badminton courts. Outdoors, you’ll find eight clay courts and a playground for kids. Enjoy free parking for all visitors, recharge at the fantastic Zafferano restaurant, and take advantage of the state-of-the-art NTC gym with professional trainers.

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Tradition, success, and loyal fans make ice hockey an integral part of the city’s identity. Steel Arena stands at the heart of this hockey culture as the home stadium of HC Košice. Located just a few minutes from the city center, it is also one of the largest indoor sports arenas in Slovakia.

With a capacity of over 8,000 seats, it regularly hosts top-tier league matches, youth tournaments, and international sporting events. In 2019, it even served as one of the venues for the group stage of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship.

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Stará Jazdiareň Sports Hall is one of the most important multifunctional arenas in Košice. Located close to the city center, it regularly hosts a variety of sports events – from basketball and volleyball to floorball and dance sport.

Recently renovated, the hall also offers modern sports facilities, seating for approximately 1,000 spectators, and dedicated spaces for both training and competitions. Thanks to its flexibility, it is also used for youth tournaments, school leagues, and cup matches.

Stop by this vibrant public space where street art, culture, and sports come together. Playko–a colorful standout among the trees and playgrounds of Košice’s City Park–is a free, multifunctional sports area that also hosts community events and social gatherings.

Thanks to its smart layout, you can enjoy streetball, basketball, futsal, floorball, and other casual ball games here during the summer. Open workout zones also make it a favorite spot for street fitness enthusiasts. In winter, the space transforms into a popular ice rink that brings people together year after year.

In the green heart of Košice, tennis enthusiasts will also find their place. VILLA SANDY Resort offers four outdoor tennis courts, and soon two year-round courts in a fully air-conditioned hall. You can train here under the guidance of a certified coach, with ideal facilities for both recreational and advanced players.

In addition to regular training sessions and court rentals, you can also choose from a wide range of sports events throughout the season. The resort also features a modern wellness center for relaxation, a café, and excellent dining options.

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Thanks to an active biker community and the KE.CY – Košice Cycling Trails, you can ride a well-maintained network of mountain bike trails right in Košice. Whether you head to Bankov, Hrešná, or Jahodná, the routes are clearly marked, regularly maintained, and easily accessible.

The surrounding forests offer dozens of kilometers of trails with varying levels of difficulty, from relaxed forest rides to adrenaline-filled downhill runs. With fifteen trails to choose from, both casual riders and experienced mountain bikers will find the flow they’re looking for.

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Experience Košice’s Amazon with Splavujeme.sk – get equipped with the skills and gear to raft the Hornád River, which enters the city near the Anička leisure park. Calm stretches, refreshing rapids, and the quiet energy of the river create the perfect mix for beginners and more experienced adventurers alike.

You can also take a kayaking course on Ružín – a ride across one of the most scenic reservoirs in Slovakia. Water routes lead through charming corners, along forests and cliffs, making them an ideal nature escape.

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Visit the popular Rumanova Swimming Pool, located just a five-minute walk from Košice’s city center, right next to the City Park. The complex features three fully renovated pools, and families with children can enjoy a playground with slides and rocking rides. Clean facilities, showers, changing rooms, and the option to rent sun loungers or umbrellas ensure comfort throughout the day. You’ll also find kiosks offering classic summer treats — crispy langoš, refreshing drinks, and ice cream.

Rumanova Swimming Pool is the perfect spot for relaxation, fun, and spontaneous summer getaways.

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The Alpinka Golf Club is located just 8 km (about a 15-minute drive) from the center of Košice. Thanks to its location away from main roads, you can enjoy a peaceful sports setting without heavy traffic.

The facility offers quality amenities and a professional team, including three experienced coaches. The 9-hole course may be shorter, but it’s technically challenging and ideal for precise play. Its character makes it great for beginners, yet it has also earned recognition from PGA European Tour professionals.

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The Rozlomity Climbing Center is the heart of Košice’s climbing scene.

The wall is one of the largest indoor climbing facilities of its kind in Eastern Slovakia. The hall features a wide, profiled climbing wall up to 15 meters high, dozens of routes of various difficulty levels, and specialized zones for bouldering and technique training. Don’t have your own gear? No problem – equipment rental is available on site. If needed, friendly and experienced instructors are ready to guide you through the basics and help you master proper climbing techniques before your first ascent.

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Visit a place full of movement, energy, and adrenaline. Jump Arena Košice is a modern trampoline center offering plenty of opportunities for active fun and relaxation. Take advantage of 29 trampolines, a foam pit, an airtrack, an angled trampoline for jumps into the foam pit, two towers for jumps into an airbag, and high-performance trampolines – or come and test your slam dunk skills.

Whether you’re looking to work out or just have fun with friends, Jump Arena offers the perfect environment for active leisure.

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This city swimming pool is located just 500 meters from the bus and train stations. Head over for some water-filled relaxation across four pools with optimal temperatures for all age groups – including a swimming pool, relaxation pool, children’s pool, and a newly built illuminated water polo pool. Červená Hviezda also offers barrier-free access and facilities, an on-site restaurant, and a great multifunctional playground for kids.

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Trixen: Wake & Ski Park offers a unique combination of water sports. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, the modern cable system allows you to try wakeboarding, water skiing, or wakeskating in a safe and friendly environment.

The park also offers full equipment rental, professional instructor services, and a relaxation zone by the water. Trixen is the perfect spot for active leisure, adrenaline-filled experiences, and summer gatherings with friends.

The Alejová Skatepark is one of the most modern public skateparks in Košice, offering ideal conditions for skateboarders, BMX riders, and scooter riders. It is located near the city center on Alejová Street.

The park is equipped with concrete obstacles, ramps, rails, and funboxes, suitable for both beginners and advanced riders. Entry to the skatepark is free, and the area is open to the public throughout the season. Alejová provides the perfect spot for practicing tricks, improving skills, and connecting with the local community.

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This popular street workout park is equipped with modular structures designed for quality outdoor training. By using your own body weight, you can improve not only strength and endurance but also coordination, stability, and overall fitness.

You’ll find everything from pull-up bars and parallel bars to workout setups suitable for both beginners and advanced athletes. Combine movement with the benefits of fresh air and make the most of the unique outdoor environment. The park is freely accessible to the public and is perfect for individual training, group workouts, or spontaneous sports gatherings.

Discover fun and active time in nature at the Jahodná disc golf course. With 19 baskets and three different circuits, both beginners and experienced players will find something to enjoy. You can choose from the large (18 holes), medium (12 holes), or small circuit (9 holes), depending on your mood and fitness level.

If you don’t have your own equipment, you can easily rent discs at the reception in the Čajovňa pod svahom tea house. Jahodná offers a perfect opportunity to spend active time outdoors and try a sport that combines precision, movement, and fun.

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The Alejko Sports and Leisure Park on Alejová Street offers a wide range of active recreation opportunities for all age groups. Here you’ll find a modern skatepark, three multifunctional sports fields with artificial turf and lighting, a children’s playground, and spaces for various leisure sports activities. You can enjoy football, volleyball, basketball, or pétanque, and during the winter months, you can experience skating on the ice rink.

The park is open to the public and serves not only for individual training and fun but also for community events and sports competitions.

www.alejko.sk