Vetlanda BK was established in December 1944.

While the exact date seems to be unknown, 6 December is usually credited.

[2] On 1 January 1945 the club played its first game, 4–4 on away soil against Flugeby.

Vetlanda BK has won the Swedish bandy championship three times, 1986, 1991 and 1992[4] and European Cup once, 1991 Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIB eligibility rules.

Players may hold more than one non-FIB nationality.