Helsinki City Run
About This Race
Finland's largest running event with 20000+ runners from 90+ nations.
The Course
Finlands largest running event centered around the Helsinki Olympic Stadium. Routes along Mannerheimintie main street, waterfront, and through central Helsinki. Finish at the Olympic Stadium.
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Race Details
Terrain
Road
Elevation
Flat
50 gain
Participants
20,000 participants
Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, Marathon Relay
What to Expect
Finlands largest marathon starting along the countrys main street and finishing at the iconic Helsinki Olympic Stadium. Experience beautiful seaside views and excellent crowd support throughout central Helsinki.
Highlights
Race Information
Start Time
09:00
Typical Weather
May: Late spring, 12-18°C. Generally pleasant with increasing daylight.
Established
1981
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Quick Info
- May 15, 2026
- Helsinki · Finland
- Road course
- Flat elevation
- 20,000 participants
Verified event information
- Last verified 4 days ago
- Data sourced from official website