The Transylvanian Bear Race is a trail and ultra marathon held annually in Romania's Transylvania region. Set against the backdrop of Europe's last unspoiled wilderness, the race offers participants a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Runners pass through ancient Saxon villages, virgin forests, and meadows, culminating in the historic town of Sighisoara, […]
The Göteborgsvarvet (Gothenburg Half Marathon) is set for Saturday, 23 May 2026, and remains the world’s largest half marathon, drawing around 62,000 runners (!) and cheered on by some 200,000 spectators. Beginning in the Slottsskogen park and weaving through Gothenburg’s scenic streets, quays, and over two iconic bridges (Älvsborg and Hisingen), the lively 21.1 km course […]
The Icefjord Midnight Marathon returns on Saturday, 30 May 2026, in magical Ilulissat, Greenland, this means running through the night lit by the midnight sun. Runners can challenge themselves in the full 42.195 km marathon (start 21:00) or opt for the 21.1 km half marathon (start 22:30), with cut‑off times at 7 and 5½ hours respectively. The […]
Maastrichts Mooiste is the largest and most charming/ cosy running event in Maastricht, Netherlands, taking place on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June 2026. The event offers a range of distances, including the 10 English Mile (16.1 km), 10 km, 5 km, and children's runs, all starting and finishing at the Markt square in the […]
The Tromsø Midnight Sun Marathon is an annual event held in Tromsø, Norway, where runners experience the extraordinary phenomenon of the midnight sun, so running late at night under a sunlit sky. Scheduled for June 21, 2025, this marathon is the world's northernmost certified marathon, attracting participants from around the globe. The course takes runners […]
The Iceland Volcano Marathon takes place on Saturday, 27 June 2026, in the epic volcanic region near Lake Mývatn in northern Iceland. This adventure-packed event offers three distances: full marathon (42.195 km), half marathon (21.1 km), and a quarter marathon (10.55 km), all starting at the foot of the massive Hverfjall crater on rocky, volcanic terrain combining sand, […]
You’re about to face the ultimate summer challenge. The Mid-Summer Marathon Apeldoorn takes place on Saturday, June 27, 2026; a unique event held on one of the longest days of the year. Start and finish are located at Sportpark Orderbos in Apeldoorn with excellent access and plenty of parking available. Pick your distance: 7.5 km, […]
The Buggy Run Club is the first running event in the Netherlands designed specifically for parents who run with jogging strollers. Taking place on July 5th, 2026 in Park Lingezegen, this event brings together active parents who share the same passion for running and the same stage of life. With distances of 3, 5, or […]
The Dolomyths Run Skyrace is an exciting mountain running event held annually in Canazei, Italy, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Dolomites. Scheduled for Sunday, 12 July 2026 the race challenges participants with a 22-kilometer course featuring 1,750 meters of elevation gain. Starting from Piazza Marconi in the heart of Canazei at 1,450 meters, the […]
The Veluwezoom Trail is a scenic and professionally organized trail running and walking event held on Sunday, July 12, 2025, starting and finishing in Dieren, at the edge of the beautiful Veluwezoom National Park in the Netherlands. Participants can choose from distances of 7, 15, 24, or 31 kilometers, both for trail running and walking. […]
The Isle of Man Marathon & Half Marathon, organized by the Isle of Man Veteran Athletes’ Club and branded with sponsors such as Altenar or Microgaming, takes place 10 August 2026 in Ramsey on the northeastern coast. Both the marathon (42.195 km) and half marathon (21.1 km) follow the 21K "Manx Northern" loop starting from Mooragh Promenade and […]
The Reykjavík marathon, established in 1984, offers four race distances: a full marathon (42.2 km), half marathon (21.1 km), 10K, and a 3K fun run, catering to runners of all levels. The course is a single loop that starts and finishes in downtown Reykjavík, near the City Hall and the scenic Tjörnin pond. Runners traverse […]