Host city news

International Olympic Committee Member and Czech Olympic Committee President Jiří Kejval discusses the changing demands of Olympic hosting, from the athlete experience and broadcasting innovation to sustainability and the importance of long-term legacy.

Rally Scotland will take place from 28 September to 3 October 2027, following confirmation of the 2027 FIA World Rally Championship calendar by the FIA today. 

With sports audiences increasingly spread across platforms, Glen Killane, Executive Director of Sport at the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), explains why free-to-air broadcasting remains a powerful tool for host cities, and how new technologies are reshaping the way sporting events reach audiences worldwide.

Burning Man CEO and Founding Board Member Marian Goodell talks to Host City about building community at scale, creating resilient events, working with local communities and why human connection matters more than ever in an increasingly digital world.

Sergey Nifontov, General Secretary of the World DanceSport Federation spoke to Host City about how to manage rapid growth and digital transformation in line with the priorities of host destinations.

As Britain prepares to welcome the start of the 114th Tour de France in 2027, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has been appointed by Grand Départ GB 2027 to deliver the opening moment of the Grand Départ - the iconic official team presentation.