A non-profit organization runs the Dana Cup, and the event is one of the world's largest international youth soccer tournaments.

Every year, in the last week of July, the soccer tournament brings together around 20.000 young people between 12 and 19 years old and their coaches. They come to Hjørring in northern Denmark from 45 different nations, representing 1000 football teams.

Dana Cup Week brings a great party in Hjørring, and the atmosphere is amazing! It is the fifth Work Camp at this huge sports event, and it was a great experience in 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. We are very excited about another camp in 2026.

Please read more about the event on the website: www.danacup.com

This Work Camp takes place during the Dana Cup, where the primary focus will be catering and kitchen assistance for around 20,000 football players from all over the world. The kitchen will be the heart of the camp’s daily work, and participants will play an important role in food preparation, serving, dishwashing, and keeping the kitchen area organized and running smoothly. It is a great opportunity to experience the energy of a large international tournament from behind the scenes, where teamwork and coordination are essential.

In addition to kitchen duties, there will also be opportunities to assist with other practical tasks. These may include helping with the establishment of event areas, maintenance of indoor and outdoor spaces, cleaning, painting accommodation cabins, repairing dormitories in Dana Cup Town, and supporting general logistics before and during the tournament.

The work is expected to be organized in two shifts between 08:00 and 21:00.

Sleeping + bathroom facilities:
Participants sleep in tents, and we will provide the linens, duvets, etc. Participants are, of course, welcome to bring their sleeping bags or similar if needed or wished upon. There are both baths and toilets available. Laundry facilities are available for free.

Meals + kitchen facilities:
The host will provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the volunteers will be eating with other volunteers and event participants. Vegetarian and vegan food will be provided.

During your stay in Northern Jutland, you will have time to explore some unique nature and attractions in Denmark. You can, for example, arrange a day trip to Skagen, the most Northern tip of Denmark, where two oceans meet. Skagen is famous for the special light, which has attracted many painters, cozy yellow and red houses, and much more. You can also visit the city of Hjørring or take a day trip to Aalborg.
One of the neighboring towns, called Hirtshals, has the biggest Aquarium in Northern Europe. And in another neighboring town is the biggest summer amusement park in Denmark.

Your Work Camp leaders will help you and the group with organizing activities in your spare time. It is free to enjoy the beautiful nature of Northern Jutland, but some activities might require an extra charge. The host will not cover additional charges.

English will be the only language spoken. All participants must be willing to speak English, even though they are from the same country or have trouble with the English language. Try your best!

Unfortunately, the job involves some physical work and therefore we cannot offer any work to volunteers with disabilities. Participants must be willing to do manual work, work that is for the most part outdoors.

Meeting Point and Time:
Børge Christensens Vej 5, 9800 Hjørring
On July 15th, between 10:00-13:00.
If you arrive outside these hours, just let the host know, so that they can plan after it.

The meeting point is 20 min. walk from Hjørring East Station, or a 25 min walk from Hjørring Station. It is also possible to take a local bus from both places.

Arrival at Aalborg Airport:
To make it to your meeting point on time, your flight must arrive no later than 11:30 on the first camp day.
From the airport, you take a bus or train to Lindholm St. The bus departs every 30 min. From there, you can take the train to Hjørring East St. The train departs every hour. From Hjørring East St, it is a 20 min. walk to the meeting point.
Total travel time from the airport to the meeting point will be approximately 60-90 min. The travel cost from the airport to the meeting point is approx. 9€.

Arrival at Copenhagen Airport:
To make it to your meeting point on time, you will need to arrive the day before.
From the airport, you take a direct train to Aalborg Station. The train departs every hour. From Aalborg Station, you take a train directly to Hjørring Station. From there, it is a 25 min. walk to the meeting point. It is also possible to take a local bus.
Total travel time from the airport to the meeting point will be approximately 5 hours. The travel cost from the airport to the meeting point is approx. 60€.

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

If you cannot make it on time to the meeting point, please consider arriving one day early and booking a hostel.