Aalborg City Cup 2025

CODE: MS02

LOCATION
Vestre Fjordvej 15, 9000 Aalborg

DATES
Arrival:

Date: 27.05.2025

Time: 12:00

Departure:

Date: 02.06.2025

Time: 14:00

ORGANISATION
Aalborg City Cup was first held in 2004 and has since grown into a large international tournament with around 300 teams each year, featuring boys and girls aged 9 to 18.

The tournament takes place on Aalborg Freja’s 21 fields, with matches running from 8 AM to 8 PM. It is always held during the Ascension Day holiday, which next year will be from May 9 to May 11.

Every year, we welcome between 8,000 and 10,000 visitors from across Europe. In the upcoming edition, we expect teams from Norway, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Poland, the Faroe Islands, Lithuania, and, of course, Denmark.

Each year, we have between 1,000 and 1,500 volunteers who help with various tasks, including:

Cleaning the venue
Serving breakfast and dinner
Selling food at our stalls
Staffing the information center, welcoming guests

WORK
As a volunteer at the Aalborg City Cup, you will play an essential role in making one of Northern Europe’s largest youth football tournaments a success. Each year, around 300 teams and 8,000–10,000 visitors come from across Europe to participate in and watch the games. To ensure the event runs smoothly, volunteers will help in various areas, including event setup, food service, information support, and venue maintenance. Your tasks will change throughout the day, keeping things dynamic and engaging! On the first day, you’ll sit down with the host to create a work plan and choose the assignments that interest you most—so be sure to read about the different tasks in advance. That way, you can hit the ground running and make the most of your experience!

Event Area Setup

Before the tournament starts, volunteers will help prepare the event area. This includes marking and setting up the 21 football fields, arranging seating areas, and making sure that everything is in place for the opening of the tournament. Volunteers may also assist with setting up banners, signs, and equipment needed for the matches and fan areas. You can also assist in one of the many food trucks on the grounds. This task is ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind some physical work.

Work hours: 10:00 – 18:00

Food Hall Assistance

With thousands of players, coaches, and visitors attending, the food hall is a crucial part of the tournament. Volunteers will help serve breakfast and dinner to the participants, ensuring meals are distributed smoothly. This role involves organizing food trays, keeping the dining area clean, and assisting guests who have dietary restrictions or special requests. It’s a great opportunity to meet people from different countries while contributing to the overall hospitality of the event.

Work hours: 06:00 – 22:30, which is divided between breakfast serving from 06:00-10:30 and dinner serving from 16:00-20:00

Information Center Support

The information center is the heart of the event’s organization, where teams and guests can come for assistance. Volunteers will be responsible for checking in teams upon arrival, handing out tournament schedules, answering general questions, and helping lost guests find their way around. This role requires good communication skills and a friendly attitude, as volunteers will interact with international visitors and ensure they have a great experience at the tournament.

Work hours:

17:00 – 22:00 (on Wednesday)

09:00-22:00 (on Thursday, Friday and Saturday).

Cleaning & Maintenance

To keep the event area welcoming for players and visitors, volunteers will help with regular cleaning and waste management throughout the tournament. This includes collecting trash, ensuring restrooms and common areas are clean, and keeping the playing fields tidy. This task is crucial in maintaining a professional and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone attending the Aalborg City Cup.

Work hours: Varies based on need

ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD
Sleeping + bathroom facilities:

The exact accommodation is not yet confirmed, but volunteers will either stay at a local school or a community house.

If the group stays at a local school, the host will provide mattresses and sleeping bags, and there will be access to a bath and toilet.

If the group stays at a community house, the host will also provide mattresses and sleeping bags. The bath and toilet will be located just across the street, and there will be a kitchen available for making snacks.

Meals + kitchen facilities:

All meals will be provided through a small token system, which can be used at food trucks. In some cases, meals will be shared with other staff, creating a great opportunity to connect over food.

LOCATION AND LEISURE
Aalborg is Denmark’s fourth-largest city, known for its vibrant cultural scene, rich history, and beautiful waterfront along the Limfjord. The city offers a mix of modern attractions and historical landmarks, such as:

Aalborg Tower – A panoramic view of the city
Utzon Center – Designed by the architect of the Sydney Opera House
Aalborg Zoo – A popular spot for visitors
Jomfru Ane Gade – Denmark’s longest bar street, famous for nightlife
Aalborg is also home to various parks, museums, and a lively student community, making it a great place to explore during leisure time.

Since the camp is short, there won’t be a full free day off, but there will be some free time to relax and enjoy the experience. Volunteers are expected to work a minimum of six hours per day, ensuring that we make the most of our time together while still having moments to unwind.

TRAVEL INFO
Nearest airport:  Aalborg Airport

Nearest train station:  Aalborg Vestby St.

Meeting point and Time:

Meeting Point: Vestre Fjordvej 15, 9000 Aalborg on May 27th at 12:00. It is important that you do not arrive after 15:00, as there will be no one available to receive you. If you plan to arrive the day before, we might be able to accommodate you before 15:00 on May 26th, but this is not guaranteed. Please inform us in advance if this option works better for you, and we will see what we can do.

Departure: The camp ends on June 2, 2025, with departure set for 14:00.

AIR TRAVEL

Arrival at Aalborg Airport: To reach the meeting point on time, your flight must arrive no later than 11:00 on the first camp day. From the airport, take an RE train to Aalborg Vestby St., then transfer to Bus 2 and get off at Vestre Fjordvej. From there, it is a five-minute walk to the meeting point. The total travel cost is approximately 5€.

Arrival at Copenhagen Airport: Your flight must land no later than 8:00 on the first camp day, which means you will reach the meeting point after 12:00 but before 15:00. From the airport, take a direct RE train to Aalborg Vestby St., then transfer to Bus 2, getting off at Vestre Fjordvej. The final walk to the meeting point takes around five minutes, and the total travel cost is approximately 70€.

Further details on travel arrangements, including how to purchase train and bus tickets, will be provided in your info sheet after acceptance. If you are unable to arrive at the meeting point on time, please consider arriving a day early and booking a hostel.

Further details on travel arrangements and purchasing of train/bus tickets will be provided in your info sheet after acceptance.

If you are not able to make it in time to the meeting point, please consider arriving one day early and booking a hostel.