EVENT INFO
Event information will be updated during the spring.
BIB PICKUP / RACE OFFICE
The race office is located at Matkus Shopping Center. The exact location will be confirmed closer to the event.
RACE OFFICE OPENING HOURS:
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 – time to be confirmed
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 – time to be confirmed
Pick up your bib by showing your QR code or by giving your name. The QR code will be sent by email to registered participants on Thursday evening of event week.
Collect your bib NO LATER THAN 30 minutes before your start time!
Bib Pick-up groups
Each member of the group picks up their own bib. The bib is obtained by showing the QR code or by name.
Invoicing for groups
Invoice generation is possible starting from 14.8.2026, through the registration system.
RACE BIB
The race bib is personal and must not be given to anyone else. Attach the bib to the front of your clothing so that it is easily visible. You cannot participate in the race without a bib. Access to the start and finish areas is also prohibited without a bib. Safety pins for attaching the bib are available at the race office.
For first aid purposes: write the name and phone number of a close contact on the back of your bib, so they can be reached if necessary during the race.
EVENT START AND FINISH
The start and finish of the event are located at Matkus Shopping Center.
ROUTE
Participants on the 21.1 km half marathon route:
Marathon
Half Marathon
Participants on the approximately 5 km route:
10 km Run (two laps)
10 km Youth Run Under 17-y
5 km Run
Marathon Relay 4×10 km (two laps)
Marathon Relay 8×5 km
ENJOY and ENJOY Children under 12-y
The route is marked with white chalk lines, barriers, cones, and kilometer signs. There are also traffic controllers along the route. Follow the signs and stay on the marked route. Also, pay attention to signs along the route.
SERIES OF RUNNING RACES
Marathon
General M/W
40 M/W
50 M/W
60 M/W
Half marathon
General M/W
40 M/W
50 M/W
60 M/W
10 km run
General M/W
40 M/W
50 M/W
Youth 10 km run
15 M/W
17 M/W
5 km run
General M/W
Marathon Relays
The relay races are run with a mass start. Teams compete based on their combined time.
4×10 km relay: The top three teams will receive prizes.
8×5 km relay: The top three teams will receive prizes.
ENJOY -series (no timing, no prizes)
PARKING
BE PREPARED FOR TRAFFIC - ARRIVE EARLY
Will be updated
CHANGING FACILITIES
There is no separate area or building for changing clothes on site.
We recommend participants to arrive at the start area with their running clothes already on.
GEAR STORAGE
Will be updated
REFRESHMENT STATIONS, OWN DRINKS, TOILETS
Will be updated
The restrooms at Matkus Shopping Center are available for participants.
There are also outdoor portable toilets (“Portable toilet”) on the premises.
TIMING
We use the high-quality Ultimate Sport Service timing system. The timing chip is attached to your race bib. Do not remove the timing chip from the race bib. The race bib does not need to be returned.
The runner's start time is recorded when the runner crosses the timing mats at the start area. The runner's finish time is recorded when the runner crosses the timing mats at the finish area.
The organizer and timing service are not responsible for missing or incorrect times if the race number is attached contrary to the instructions.
Prizes will be awarded based on gross time. The event is run with mass starts.
RESULTS AND LIVE RESULTS
You can download the Ultimate app on your phone to track results in real-time. Access the live tracking through this link:
Google Play Store page
App Store page
FIRST AID
First aid is available at the start and finish areas. First aid may also be available along the route if needed.
WITHDRAWAL
If for any reason you need to withdraw, please inform the race officials. Transportation back to the event area can be arranged if needed from the aid stations.
PRIZES
Every participant who crosses the finish line receives a commemorative medal. The top three in each category are awarded. In the marathon relay, the top three teams are awarded.
Prizes are awarded based on gross time.
Please note that some prizes may be taxable income.
Prizes obtained from competitions are taxable income for the recipient when the prize is based on placement or performance. Similarly, other prizes obtained from sources other than public drawings are taxable income for the recipient. However, such competition prizes received by the recipient are tax-exempt if the total amount of prizes during the year does not exceed €100. Insignificant prizes and prize items such as trophies, medals, caps, candy bags, coffee packages, etc., are not taxable income.
Read more: Vero.fi / Taxation of Prizes
AFTER RACE SHOWER
Showers are available for participants at Hiltulanlahti School.
Address: Hiltulanlahdenkatu 7, 70800 Hiltulanlahti (See on Google Maps)
We recommend that participants use the shower facilities at their own accommodation if possible.
USAGE RIGHTS FOR EVENT PHOTOS AND VIDEOS
The event will be photographed by the organizers. The organizers have the right to use the photos and video recordings taken during the event. By participating in the event, you accept these terms.
Photos will be published on the event's social media channels and website after the event.
INSURANCE
Participants are not insured by the race organizers. Each participant takes part in the event at their own risk.