Helsinki,
15May
Helsinki City 5
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 20:00
- Entry fee
- N/A
Helsinki City Run
helsinkicityrun.fi
Date
15 May – 16 May, 2026
Races
6 distances
Runner rating
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Website
Official website
Helsinki City Run
About the event
Helsinki City Run 2026 fills the Finnish capital with energy and excitement on Friday and Saturday, 15–16 May 2026. Over 20,000 runners from more than 90 countries will take on courses winding through Helsinki’s vibrant streets and the iconic Helsinki Olympic Stadium. From the half marathon OP Uusimaa Helsinki City Half to the legendary 46th Saucony Helsinki City Marathon, relay races, and the fun Saucony Helsinki City 5 km run and walk, there’s a distance for every type of runner. Challenge seekers can even tackle the Helsinki City Double, combining marathon and half marathon for the ultimate test of endurance. Families and young runners can join the Friday Minimarathon, creating a festival atmosphere that turns the city into a celebration of movement and community.
Races offered
15May
Helsinki City 5 Walk
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 20:00
- Entry fee
- N/A
16May
Helsinki City Double
Running
- Distance
- 63.3K
- Start time
- 09:40
- Entry fee
- N/A
16May
Helsinki City Marathon
Running
- Distance
- 42.2K
- Start time
- 09:40
- Entry fee
- N/A
16May
Helsinki City Marathon Relay
Running
- Distance
- 42.2K
- Start time
- 09:40
- Entry fee
- N/A
16May
Helsinki City Run half marathon
Running
- Distance
- 21.1K
- Start time
- 14:20
- Entry fee
- N/A
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for May in Helsinki.
Temperature6.0° / 14.2°
Feels like2.3° / 10.5°
Sunshine hours13h 32m
Rainfall0.9 mm
Snowfall—
Wind13.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity66.6%
Max UV indexModerate (3.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise04:38
Sunset21:53
About Helsinki
Learn more about the host city, Helsinki.
Helsinki is Finland's capital and largest city. Helsinki combines modern and historic architectural styles with beautiful open spaces. The city is surrounded by hundreds of tiny islands, and is a cultural bridge between the East and West. The "Pearl of the Baltic Sea" is easy to explore on foot or on bike, and it has a laid-back vibe.
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