Vantaa Marathon – Fast, Fun, and Full of Energy!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 3, 2026, and join the Vantaa Marathon for a thrilling autumn running experience! Known for its fast, flat course and friendly atmosphere, this event welcomes runners of all levels to Tikkurila Sports Park.
The race is based on a 10.55 km loop, making the full marathon four laps, the half marathon two laps, and providing multiple options for everyone:
Marathon (42.195 km)
Half Marathon (21.1 km)
10K & 5K
Marathon Relay (4 × 10.55 km)
MiniMarathon (350 m) for the youngest runners
Start locations are conveniently set: all main events begin at Tikkurila Sports Park, while the 10K and 5K start just a few hundred meters away from the main line.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best, enjoying a casual run, or sharing the challenge with friends in the relay, Vantaa Marathon promises an exciting day of running and autumn vibes in the heart of Vantaa.
Races Offered
5km
Oct 03, 2026
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5K
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11:00
Marathon
Oct 03, 2026
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42.2K
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11:00
Marathon Relay
Oct 03, 2026
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42.2K
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11:00
10km
Oct 03, 2026
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10K
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11:15
Half Marathon
Oct 03, 2026
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21.1K
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14:00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Vantaa.
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4.1° / 9.3°
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-0.1° / 5.4°
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Avg sunshine hours
5h 9m
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Avg rainfall
2.7 mm
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Avg wind speed
14.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.0)
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Humidity
84.1%
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Sunrise
08:02
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Sunset
18:07
About Vantaa
Learn more about the host city, Vantaa.
Vantaa is in the Uusimaa region in southern Finland, right north of Helsinki. Part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area, it is the fourth most populous city in Finland with about 240,000 inhabitants as of 2021.
