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Premiärhalvan (Adidas)
Stockholm, Sweden
April 24, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
SECountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Sweden: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
55 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 119 races in Sweden with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events5536 confirmed dates
Competitions119Races & courses
Distances5 - 162.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Göteborgsvarvet
Gothenburg, Sweden
May 22, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunCulture & History
Photo: Jan Ainali · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Stockholm Marathon
Stockholm, Sweden
May 29, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunFestive+7
Photo: U.S. Navy / Jason R. William · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsSwimrun
EX Swimrun Runmarö
Runmarö, Sweden
June 6, 2027Date confirmed
22.21 km15.59 km
IslandNature & Off-Road
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The Alpaca Race
Gothenburg, Sweden
June 12, 2027 to June 13, 2027Date confirmed
106 km53 km32 km10.6 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: U.S. Navy / Jason R. William · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsSwimrunÖtillö Swimrun World Series
Ötillö Swimrun Utö
Utö, Sweden
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
32.1 km18.18 km7.04 km
ForestIsland+1
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Fjällmaraton Öppet Fjäll
Ottsjö, Sweden
June 19, 2027 to June 20, 2027Date confirmed
42 km27 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
The Gax 100 miles
Ystad, Sweden
July 24, 2027 to July 25, 2027Date confirmed
162.3 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 24, 2027 | Premiärhalvan (Adidas) | Stockholm, Stockholm, SE | Road Running | 21.1 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2027 | Göteborgsvarvet | Gothenburg, Västra Götaland Province, SE | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| May 29, 2027 | Stockholm Marathon | Stockholm, Stockholm, SE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2027 | EX Swimrun Runmarö | Runmarö, Stockholm, SE | Swimrun | 22.21 km15.59 km |
| Jun 12, 2027 - Jun 13, 2027 | The Alpaca Race | Gothenburg, Västra Götaland, SE | Trail Running | 106 km53 km32 km10.6 km |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Ötillö Swimrun Utö | Utö, Stockholm, SE | Swimrun | 32.1 km18.18 km7.04 km |
| Jun 19, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027 | Fjällmaraton Öppet Fjäll | Ottsjö, Jämtland, SE | Trail Running | 42 km27 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2027 - Jul 25, 2027 | The Gax 100 miles | Ystad, Skåne Province, SE | Trail Running | 162.3 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2027 | Midnattsloppet Stockholm | Stockholm, Stockholm Province, SE | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Aug 21, 2027 | Vasaloppet Ultravasan | Sälen, Dalarna Province, SE | Trail Running | 90 km45 km30 km |
| Aug 21, 2027 | Stockholm Half Marathon | Stockholm, Stockholm, SE | Road Running | 21 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2027 - Sep 26, 2027 | TCS Lidingöloppet | Lidingö, Stockholm Province, SE | Trail Running | 30 km15 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Sweden in europe is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 55 public events and 119 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Swimrun. Road classics in Stockholm and Gothenburg, Ötillö swimruns, and Lapland midnight-sun trails. Key host locations include Stockholm, Gothenburg, Runmarö, and Utö. Notable events in the selection include Premiärhalvan (Adidas), Göteborgsvarvet, and Stockholm Marathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 162.3 km, reaching up to +6,200 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Sweden 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 Sweden?
RunningCompass currently lists 55 verified events with 119 individual races in Sweden. 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 Premiärhalvan (Adidas), Göteborgsvarvet, and Stockholm Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Sweden?
Events in Sweden focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Swimrun. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 162.3 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Stockholm, Gothenburg, Runmarö, and Utö.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Sweden?
The most selective courses in Sweden climb up to +6,200 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 Sweden?
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.
