Join the Rally Fest in the city center

Umeå city center becomes the rally city center. The city is filled with activities during Rally Sweden for young and old rally fans. Come by!

Rally Fotovägg Marc Strömberg

Rally in Umeå city centre

Rally Sweden is mainly held on forest roads around the Umeå region, but the city centre of Umeå will also pulse with true rally spirit. Here you can meet fellow rally fans and follow all the World Rally Championship stages on a big screen.


Get close to the WRC celebration

Rally Week kicks off as early as Wednesday, February 11 at 5:30 PM when the WRC drivers roll their cars into Rådhustorget. A golden opportunity for fans to get up close and personal with the world’s best rally drivers.
When: Wednesday, 11 February, 17.30-19.00.
Where: Rådhustorget

 

Rally stage in the heart of the city – Shakedown Umeå City

Shakedown Umeå City is a special stage along the riverside promenade in central Umeå. Spectators can watch the drivers test their cars and make final adjustments ahead of the competition. The stage finishes at Broparken, where you can also follow the action on a big screen and buy tickets and rally hats.
When: Thursday, 12 February, 10.01
Where: Strandpromenaden, Riverside promenade, finishing at Broparken
 

What’s happening at Rådhustorget

From Friday to Sunday, visitors can follow the competitions on a big screen. There will be coffee and local game products for sale, and heated traditional tents where you can warm up. Rally Sweden will be on site selling tickets and rally hats.
When: Friday–Sunday, 11:00–16:00 (Sunday 11.00-15.00)
Where: Rådhustorget

Welcome – let’s go!

 

Restaurant Tips During Rally Sweden

As the rally buzz takes over the city, there are plenty of opportunities to take a break around the dining table. During rally week, several of Umeå’s restaurants are offering special menus and events inspired by the rally.

Whether you’re looking to recharge before the next stage, celebrate the day’s results, or simply enjoy great food in a welcoming atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. Here you’ll find a curated selection of restaurants and their rally-themed offerings in Umeå.

 

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Sjöbris

At Sjöbris, the rally atmosphere is combined with great food and live music. Throughout the week, a special rally menu is served, and a popular favourite makes a temporary comeback on the menu. During the weekend, table availability is good, and on Sunday the rally week wraps up with an after-rally party.

Rally Offers and Events

Two-course rally menu: Toast Skagen & Entrecôte

The Bella pizza returns to the menu for the entire week – Oliver Solberg’s favourite

After-rally party with live troubadour on Sunday, open until 2:00 AM

More Food at Sjöbris

Opening Hours

Extended evening hours during the weekend.
Friday–Sunday: open until 2:00 AM
(Regular closing hours are 1:00 AM on Fridays–Saturdays and 11:00 PM on Sundays.)

The Bishop Arms

During rally week, The Bishop Arms is serving a special rally dish at a great value. A hearty option that’s perfect after a day out along the special stages. Table availability looks good, and the restaurant is open with its regular, generous opening hours.

Rally Offer

Rally dish for SEK 229 – grilled pork chop racks with fries, tzatziki, salad, and bread.

More Food at The Bishop Arms

Opening Hours

Monday–Thursday: from 3:00 PM
Friday: from 2:00 PM
Saturday: from 11:00 AM
Sunday: from 12:00 PM

Gotthards krog

During rally week, Gotthard’s Restaurant is serving a special rally dish for both rally fans and hungry locals in Umeå.

Whitefish Roe from Obbola
Crispy Swedish råraka, onion, smoked smetana, and dill mayonnaise.

Ribeye
Tempura vegetables, black garlic glaze,
miso and yuzu mayonnaise.

Crème Brûlée
Angelica garden.

Menu price: SEK 695 per person

Available Wednesday–Sunday next week (11–15 February).

More food at Gothards krog

Opening Hours
Monday–Thursday: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
Friday & Saturday: 3:00 PM–1:00 AM
Sunday: 4:00 PM–10:00 PM (closed February 1)