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JUNE 19, 2027
midnight sun marathon
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Midnight sun marathon
An Arctic adventure for runners
June 19, 2027
The Midnight Sun Marathon offers an experience like no other – under the splendor of the midnight sun. In 2026, the race set a new participation record with 9,000 runners from 97 nations. Under the eternal sun in the north, we continue to write new chapters in the history of running – and we invite you to be part of the next one.
TROMSØ MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE
A weekend full of amazing off-road races
August 22–23, 2026
A weekend full of fantastic cross-country races – spread over two days in Tromsø's unique mountain scenery. Choose your favorite race,
and look forward to an experience you will never forget.
tromsø backyard ultra
Arctic endurance race in the heart of Tromsø
October 3, 2026
A very special ultra-race where participants run a lap every hour. When a new lap starts, you have to be ready at the starting line again.
polar night marathon
Join Norway's biggest winter race!
January 9, 2027
A unique race in the blue hour north of the Arctic Circle. Choose from several distances, from 5 km to the full marathon (42.1 km), and experience the magnificent Arctic nature up close.
Sami week
Sami culture in the middle of Tromsø
Jan 31 – Feb 7, 2027
Sami week is an annual festival in Tromsø that celebrates Sami industries, culture and sports. It is always held the second week of February, in connection with Sami National Day on February 6. The festival is an important meeting place for Sami organizations, teams, businesses, cultural and sports professionals – an experience you definitely don't want to miss.
Difficult to choose?
What really sets us apart from other race organizers is that we create
experiences all year round – where each season has its own unique atmosphere. Do you want to run in the light of the midnight sun in the middle of the summer night, under the dancing northern lights on a winter day, or through the colorful landscapes of autumn?
We offer a diverse selection of races and events – all in a small Arctic town with a big city feel, north of the Arctic Circle, the place often called the Paris of the North.
Experience the excitement and beauty of nature – each season offers something completely unique.
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