Midnight Sun Marathon

A contestant runs holding the Norwegian and American flag
Aerial photo of the Tromsø Bridge
Contestants run over the bridge
Contestants pose for the camera
Contestants celebrate in front of the camera
Contestants run over the bridge while the midnight sun shines
Aerial view of Tromsø City
Aerial view of the Tromsø Bridge and the Arctic Cathedral
A contestant runs with snowhoes for the Arctic SnowShoe Race
A contestant poses with his snowshoes
A contestant runs through the mountains
A Sami and her reindeer pose for the camera
Kids jump and play
A contestant celebrates before running over the finish line
Running on the mountain
Contestants with snowshoes on run throught the ski slope
Reindeer and their owners race during the Sami Week
Viking contestants pose with their full costumes on
Contestants run over the bridge
Northern Lights over the city
Contestants run through the city while it is snowing
A contestant runs over the mountain
Contestants celebrate at the end of a tough run!

Midnight Sun Marathon – A celebration of arctic contrasts

General information

The arctic capital Tromsø is located at 69 degrees north, about 350 km above the arctic circle. This is the home of the Midnight Sun Marathon, an event that gathers more than 6000 enthusiastic runners from all over the world.

You can choose a distance after your ambitions: Marathon, Mizuno Halfmarathon, Mila (10km), Coop Minimarathon (4,2km) and the Kids marathon (0,8km).

Our event is not just for runners but also for the local population and volunteers that happily support the festival. Many of whom gather along the course to cheer the runners on through the streets of Tromsø. They are important part of the race by contributing to the intimate ambience and charm that makes so many participants return year after year.

To celebrate the arctic contrasts the organisation MSM arranges a variety of different events throughout the whole year. The year starts with the Polar Night Halfmarathon in January, continues with the Sami week in February and the Arctic Snowshoe Race in March. In June we celebrate one of the longest days in summer by organizing the Midnight Sun Marathon. In August we organize the Tromsø Mountain Challenge where you can experience some of the beautiful nature and mountains around the city.

For more information about our different events visit www.msm.no

Facilities

  • Eco certified

About Foundation Midnight Sun Marathon

Midnight Sun Marathon organizes unique running events where participants can experience the magical midnight sun in summer, the vibrant colors of autumn, or the unique polar night in winter.


Whether it's a marathon, half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, children's race, or a trail run through the mountains, each event offers a spectacular Arctic running experience. With options for all skill levels, these races promise an unforgettable adventure in one of the world's most breathtaking landscapes!

Memberships and certifications

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