2026 European No-Gi | Event Guide & Storylines
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2026 European No-Gi Announcement
The thirteenth edition of the event is set to take place in Rome, Italy from October 28th through November 1st. The third No-Gi major event of the year represents the No-Gi Grand Slam finale for the 2025-2026 season. The event is set to feature international stars, up-and-coming prospects, and a rolodex of intense potential matchups.
Let’s take a look at the 2026 European No-Gi event details to ensure you don’t miss any of the action.
- Date: October 28th - November 1st
- Location: Rome, Italy
- Streaming: FloGrappling
- 2,960+ Registered Athletes
- Official Event Page
European No-Gi History
The 2026 European No-Gi event has seen significant growth over the past ten years. The event again boasts an all-time high of athletes competing throughout the five-day competition. As the European jiu-jitsu scene continues its exponential rise in competition prowess, the international jiu-jitsu community prepares to enjoy a fascinating No-Gi major event bursting with outstanding talent.
The level of skill dispersed throughout the black belt divisions is remarkable. With no shortage of exciting potential matchups, it becomes easy to reminisce on bouts of years past. Standout performances from premiere athletes immediately come to mind, such as Caio Terra’s insane 2013 double-gold run or Adam Wardzinski’s 2022 Open Class title run.
Current Gi and No-Gi World Champions have also showcased their games on the Euro No-Gi stage. Gabi Pessanha, Mayssa Bastos, and Elisabeth Clay represent female stars who have captured the event’s spotlight. On the male side, competitors such as Pawel Jaworski, Tarik Hopstock, and Shay Montague have earned their respective major event titles.
The 2026 edition projects to expand upon the event’s rich history with the return of reigning champions, exciting black belt newcomers, and a number of stacked divisions.
Stay tuned to IBJJF News for further articles highlighting the event’s top storylines, standout athletes, premiere divisions, and next-generation prospects.
