PolarNight Marathon Tromsø
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Polar Night Marathon
Polar Night Marathon, also referred to as Mørketidsløpet, is a winter road race held in Tromsø during the polar night. The event for 2027 is scheduled for 9 January 2027 and is organized by TUIL Tromsdalen Friidrett as an international level meeting.
The race takes place in the blue, arctic light of the polar night and spectators line the streets, cheering and lighting the route through the winter darkness. The northern lights may be visible during the event. The marathon distance is measured and certified as the event is a member of AIMS.
Distances offered:
- Ishavskraft Maraton
- Polar Night Halvmaraton
- Mørketidsmila (10 km)
- Mørketidstrimmen (5 km)
Statistics from 2026 are reported as 2350 runners across four distances and participants from 75 nations. Categories are offered across age groups for the various distances. The event page and timing service provide race entries and results for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
