We are Denmark’s largest jamboree and the largest jamboree for children and young people in the Nordic region
Approximately every four years, all scouts from the Danish and international scout movement are invited to Jamboree Denmark – the largest jamboree in the Nordic countries with over 30,000 participants and another 50,000 guests visiting the camp.
The Scout Movement is Denmark’s largest children’s and youth movement with almost 70,000 members in five scout corps, all of which are members of Foreningen Spejderne. Our common mission is: together, the scouts prepare children and young people for life through community, outdoor life and challenges. On this page you can read more about what Scout Camp is and why we organize it.
What is the purpose of Jamboree Denmark 2026?
With Jamboree Denmark, the Danish Scout movement wants to manifest a sustainable, diverse and international Scouting community. We want to create unforgettable scouting experiences that shape the future of scouting for children and young people and invite the outside world to see what scouting has to offer. The Jamboree Denmark will strengthen the joint cooperation locally, regionally and nationally, and give participants an experience of being part of a global movement.
Activities at the jamboree
Skilled volunteers develop over 300 fun and educational activities for children and young people. These include physical challenges such as night runs in the darkness of the forest, the use of innovative technologies such as 3D printing of souvenirs in recycled plastic, inspirational presentations about the future from scientists and enthusiasts, special activities at local cultural institutions – and much, much more.
What does a day at Jamboree Denmark look like?
Imagine thousands of tents in every color and size as far as the eye can see. Between the tents are ingenious raft structures with hammocks, raised fire pits, tables and large welcome gates used by the 30,000 Scouts at the jamboree. During the day, the scouts are out doing some of the more than 300 fun and educational activities, while the smoke rises from hundreds of small cooking fires in the evening as groups work together to prepare the food.
After dinner, the day is evaluated together as the peace and quiet settles in before a new day of adventure begins. This is what a day at camp looks like for most participants, but you are also welcome as a volunteer or guest, as Jamboree Denmark is for everyone who wants to experience an hour, a day or a week as part of the scouting and guiding community.
How big is Jamboree Denmark 2026?
The jamboree covers an area equivalent to 100 football fields. We have raised a temporary city to service our participants and guest during the nine days the jamboree lasts. We have built critical infrastructure such as running water, waste water management, electricity, internet, a jamboree hospital, canteens for the volunteers and a main square.
Do you have questions about the jamboree?
Do you have questions about the jamboree? Read the most frequently asked questions and answers here or write to info@sl2026.dk
Call us on +45 8111 8584
The fourth Jamboree Denmark
From Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, July 26, 2026, the next Jamboree Denmark will be held in Hedeland Nature Park (Zealand). This will be the fourth time the Nordic region’s largest jamboree will be held, and the first time it will be held in an area that has previously been used as a campsite. Holstebro hosted in 2012, Sønderborg in 2017 and Hedeland Nature Park also hosted the camp in 2022. And we already know that Jamboree Denmark 2030 will be held in Silkeborg Municipality.
Who is behind Jamboree Denmark?
More than 3500 volunteers create Jamboree Denmark which is planned by Spejderne.
In addition, Jamboree Denmark 2026 is held in collaboration with Høje-Taastrup Municipality and Roskilde Municipality as well as Hedeland Nature Park and lots of great organizations that support the camp.
Read more about the jamboree’s partners here
Jamboree Denmark 2026 as an organization
Jamboree Denmark 2026 is divided into seven areas, below you can read about each area and find out exactly which area you would like to volunteer in. We have created a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities where you can contribute with your skills, interests and energy.
What is sustainability, finances and procurement
ØBI is the area of Finance, Sustainability & Procurement, and it is here that the responsibility for the budget, major procurement agreements, and the financial overview resides, all with a focus on both social and environmental sustainability across the camp.
What is Activities and Events (AoE)?
AoE is the Activities & Events area. This is the area that is responsible for providing a lot of great activities for the camp jamboree, but also making sure that we can meet for shared experiences such as campfires.
What is Campsite and Camplife (LEJ)?
LEJ is the area for Campsite & Camp Life and is responsible for the physical environment at the jamboree. This includes everything from food delivery and cookbook, to everything that will create community in the sub-camps.
What is Infrastructure and Emergency Response (IB)?
IB is the area of Infrastructure and Emergency Response and this is where everything from drinking water to sewage, power and internet, and camp design belongs, as well as what conditions must be present to ensure safety is top notch.
What is Communication (KOM)?
COM is the area for Communication & Advocacy and this is where you work with the expression that the jamboree should have, whether this be graphically as signs and websites, or as radio or TV. This is also where the voice of Jamboree Denmark 2026 lies when we need to communicate with the outside world.
What is the Participants section(DEL)?
DEL is the Participants area, which is responsible for ensuring that participants have the information they need, whether it is for the Danish or international scouts, but also the logistics needed to get all participants transported to and from the jamboree.
What is Volunteer and HR (FRI)?
FRI is our HR department. They help ensure the wellbeing of our volunteers.
You can always contact FRI on HR@SL2026.DK
