Finland’s largest running event is getting a new name! In 2026, Helsinki City Running Day will be known simply as the Helsinki City Run. The new name reflects the most popular distance and most recognized brand within the event—the Helsinki City Run. At the same time, the half marathon will adopt a new title as[…]
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05
Mar
Mar
Good news for Helsinki City 5 runners! We announced earlier this winter that the routes of the Helsinki City Running Day on 17 May 2025 will get off to a great start, with the first kilometers being run along Mannerheimintie, the “mains street” of the whole country. This change applies not only to long distance[…]
27
Feb
Feb
We are proud to present the stunning medal for the 2025 Saucony Helsinki City Marathon! Every year, the Helsinki City Marathon medal is decorated with a theme of a famous sight, building or landmark in the Finnish capital. This year, the medal’s image is inspired by the route’s renewals, and the medal immortalizes the grand[…]
10
Feb
Feb
The Saucony Helsinki City Marathon route map 2025 is now at your disposal! The marathon route gets off to a great start, with the first kilometers running along the country’s main street, Mannerheimintie! The finish line of the marathon is of course located at the Helsinki Olympic Stadium, and in between, the route offers runners[…]
23
Jan
Jan
The route for the OP Uusimaa Helsinki City Run half marathon has now been published! We already revealed earlier that the routes of Helsinki City Running Day will conquer Mannerheimintie! Therefore, the first kilometers of Finland’s largest half marathon route will also be renewed. The start is in front of the Olympic Stadium on Mäntymäentie,[…]
02
Jan
Jan
It’s time to introduce the event shirt for next spring’s Helsinki City Running Day! As usual, the shirt is a high-quality Craft technical training shirt made of recycled polyester. This year’s color is a beautiful light lilac. The shirt is included in the price for everyone who registered by June 26th, and others can purchase[…]
22
Nov
Nov
Next spring Helsinki City Running Day offers participants a unique opportunity to run through the heart of Helsinki along the newly renovated Mannerheimintie. This stunning addition to the running routes connects Helsinki’s most iconic landmarks, creating an experience you don’t encounter every day – the chance to race along the city’s main thoroughfare! The routes[…]
06
May
May
When registering for the 2025 Helsinki City Running Day, you can purchase a new type of cancellation insurance. With the Mysafety cancellation insurance, you get the registration fee back if you are prevented from participating, for example due to your own or a loved one’s illness, if the babysitter or the train doesn’t show up,[…]
24
Jan
Jan
The Helsinki City Run half marathon offers you an enjoyable run along the most beautiful seaside routes of Helsinki. The route remains almost the same as last year, when a few climbs were cut out of the route. As usual, the start is in front of the Olympic Stadium on Mäntymäentie. The only change to[…]
02
Jan
Jan
It’s time to reveal the color of the 2024 Helsinki City Running Day event t-shirt! This year’s color is cheerful orange! The HCRD event shirt is made by Craft and its material is 100% recycled polyester. The material is thin, soft and it keeps moisture away from the skin. The shirt is very durable in[…]