# European Week of Sport initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/european-week-of-sport-initiatives > Updated: 2026-09-24T08:59:50.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 4. The European Week of Sport, an initiative by the European Commission under the slogan ‘BeActive’, continues to be implemented through diverse community programs across Europe. In Serbia, activities in Požarevac include table tennis, basketball, handball, motocross, and riding, alongside the ‘Junior 2026’ school championships. In Novi Sad, the designated European Capital of Sport for 2026, celebrations feature sports challenges, urban events, cycling races, and educational panels. Serbian Minister of Sport Zoran Gajić and Olympic Committee President Dejan Tomašević noted the initiative aims to make physical activity a permanent habit by moving sports into schools and local communities. In Croatia, programs range from kindergarten sports and workplace exercises in Mursko Središće to fitness sessions and Kids Athletics in Zadar. In Zadar, activities at the ŠC Višnjik sports center through September 30 include fitness sessions with Mario Mlinarić and presentations of sports schools to encourage youth participation. In Romania, specifically Bihar County, organizations like the ‘Cătunul Verde’ Association are hosting dance, yoga, and running competitions for all ages. In Hungary, the National Association of Student, Collegiate and Leisure Sports is coordinating the 11th edition of the event. A ‘Movement Map’ remains a key tool, helping citizens locate over 500 activities to help individuals reach the goal of 150 minutes of weekly physical activity. In Italy, the 2026 edition features the theme ‘#BeActive Your Way. No pressure, no judgement.’ Coordinated by the Department for Sport, the program includes thousands of events nationwide. A multi-sport village is scheduled in Naples at the Villa Comunale from September 25 to 27, while the Serie C football league will support the initiative on September 26 and 27. ## Claims - The initiative in Italy is coordinated by the Department for Sport of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Sport e Salute S.p.A. is responsible for the operational implementation of the initiative in Italy. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Serie C will promote the campaign during its seventh matchday on September 26 and 27. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The 2026 edition theme is '#BeActive Your Way. No pressure, no judgement'. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The main national event will take place at Villa Comunale in Naples from September 25 to 27. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The European Week of Sport was launched by the European Commission in 2015. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-24: European Week of Sport returns with nationwide activities in Italy The European Week of Sport returns with the theme '#BeActive Your Way,' promoting physical wellbeing through nationwide events in Italy, including Serie C football matches and a multi-sport village in Naples. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-week-of-sport-returns-with-nationwide-activities-in-italy ### 2026-09-23: European Week of Sport initiatives launch in Croatia and Serbia The European Week of Sport is being celebrated in Croatia and Serbia, featuring community fitness programs, school activities, and urban sports events to promote lifelong physical activity. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-week-of-sport-initiatives-launch-in-croatia-and-serbia ### 2026-09-21: European Sports Week promotes physical activity in Hungary and Romania European Sports Week activities are being held across Hungary and Bihar County, Romania, offering diverse community programs to promote regular physical activity and healthy lifestyles. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-sports-week-promotes-physical-activity-in-hungary-and-romania ### 2026-09-20: European Week of Sport initiatives held in Požarevac and Mursko Središće Cities in Serbia and Croatia are hosting various sports and recreational activities as part of the European Week of Sport ‘BeActive’ initiative to promote physical health. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-week-of-sport-initiatives-held-in-poarevac-and-mursko-sredie --- Cite as: European Week of Sport initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/european-week-of-sport-initiatives