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PolarNight Marathon
Tromsdalen, Norway
January 9, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
NOCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Norway: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
50 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 167 races in Norway with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events5036 confirmed dates
Competitions167Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 95.5 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,980 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Frozen Lake Marathon
Gol, Norway
March 19, 2027 to March 20, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km5 km
SnowNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Smtunli · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Semi-marathon de Grue
Kirkenær, Norway
May 1, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & HikingUTMB Index Races
Oslo Ecotrail
Oslo, Norway
May 29, 2027Date confirmed
80 km50 km31 km21 km+1
Eco-FriendlyNature & Off-Road+3
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The Artic Run
Sortland, Norway
June 5, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
IslandRelay+1
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Birkebeinerløpet
Lillehammer, Norway
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
60 km42.2 km21 km
City RunMountain+1
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Midnight Sun Marathon
Tromso, Norway
June 19, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNight Run+1
Photo: Smtunli · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Besseggenløpet
Tessanden, Norway
June 19, 2027Date confirmed
14 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | PolarNight Marathon | Tromsdalen, Troms, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 19, 2027 - Mar 20, 2027 | Frozen Lake Marathon | Gol, Buskerud, NO | Trail Running | 42 km21 km5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2027 | Semi-marathon de Grue | Kirkenær, Innlandet County, NO | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| May 29, 2027 | Oslo Ecotrail | Oslo, Osloer Kreis, NO | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 80 km50 km31 km21 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2027 | The Artic Run | Sortland, Nordland Province, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Birkebeinerløpet | Lillehammer, Innlandet, NO | Trail Running | 60 km42.2 km21 km |
| Jun 19, 2027 | Midnight Sun Marathon | Tromso, Troms og Finnmark, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Jun 19, 2027 | Besseggenløpet | Tessanden, Innlandet, NO | Trail Running | 14 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2027 | Xtrem Eidfjord Ultra | Eidfjord, Vestland, NO | Trail Running | 95.5 km34.5 km |
| Jul 31, 2027 | Bodoryggen | Bodø, Nordland Province, NO | Trail Running | 48.8 km22.2 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2027 | Kongsvinger Marathon | Kongsvinger, Innlandet Province, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km4.2 km |
| Aug 28, 2027 | Bodø Run Festival | Bodø, Nordland Province, NO | Road Running | 21.1 km20 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Norway in europe is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 50 public events and 167 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Fast waterfront courses in Oslo and Bergen plus steep fjord and Arctic trails in Tromsø. Key host locations include Tromsdalen, Gol, Kirkenær, and Oslo. Notable events in the selection include PolarNight Marathon, Frozen Lake Marathon, and Semi-marathon de Grue.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 95.5 km, reaching up to +4,980 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Norway includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Norway?
RunningCompass currently lists 50 verified events with 167 individual races in Norway. A total of 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include PolarNight Marathon, Frozen Lake Marathon, and Semi-marathon de Grue.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Norway?
Events in Norway focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 95.5 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Tromsdalen, Gol, Kirkenær, and Oslo.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Norway?
The most selective courses in Norway climb up to +4,980 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Norway?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
