### 2024 BMW Helsinki Marathon Overview **When:** - The BMW Helsinki Marathon will take place on August 24, 2024. **Where:** - The marathon route will be in the center of Helsinki, starting from Meripuisto. **Distances:** - Available distances are 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, and Marathon Relay (4 x 10.55k). **Participants:** - Open to everyone from beginners to professionals. Registration Fees 2024 **10 km** - **51€** Until 31.7.2024 - **55€** from 1.8.2024 to 16.8.2024 - **60€** Late registration **1/2-marathon** - **70€** Until 31.7.2024 - **75€** from 1.8.2024 to 16.8.2024 - **80€** Late registration **Marathon** - **84€** Until 31.7.2024 - **90€** from 1.8.2024 to 16.8.2024 - **100€** Late registration **Marathon relay (4 x 10.55 km)** - **160€** Until 31.7.2024 - **170€** from 1.8.2024 to 16.8.2024 - **180€** Late registration **General Info:** - **Time and Location:** - Date: August 24, 2024 - Location: Streets of downtown Helsinki, starting from Meripuisto. - **Start Times:** - 8:30 AM: Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay - 9:00 AM: 10k - 3:30 PM: Kids Run Helsinki Park 500m - 3:45 PM: Kids Run Helsinki Park 1000m - Note: The start closes 5 minutes after the starting time. **Distances and Series:** - **Distances:** - 10k - Half Marathon (21.1 km) - Marathon Relay (4 x 10.55k) - Marathon (42.195 km) - Kids Run Helsinki Park (500m/1000m) - **Series:** - Based on Finnish Athletics Federation and WA rules: Men General, Women General, and age groups (40, 50, 60, 70) for both men and women. - Runners are placed in age series automatically. The general series includes all runners. - "Other" series for other genders for all distances. - Marathon Relay series: Men, Women, and Open. - Minimum age for marathon or half marathon is 15 years old. **Training:** - Best training help from coaching partner Runner’s High. Visit [runhigh.fi](http://www.runhigh.fi) for more info. - #WERUNHELSINKI – route tours: - BMW Helsinki10: March 16, 2024, at 1:00 PM, starting at Wanha Satama - BMW Helsinki Half Marathon: May 27, 2024, at 5:45 PM, starting place TBA - BMW Helsinki Marathon: August 5, 2024, at 5:45 PM, starting place TBA - No need to register in advance for WeRunHelsinki trainings, just join. **Event:** - **Race Office and Bib Numbers:** - Located in Meripuisto (intersection of Merisatamanranta and Neitsytpolku). - Bib number pick-up and late registration: - August 23: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM (All distances) - August 24: 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM (Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay) - August 24: 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM (10k) - August 24: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Kids Run) - Email and text with QR code for bib pick-up. Show QR code to staff. Recommend picking up bib on Friday to avoid queues. - **Bag Storage:** - Free for all runners. Located near start and finish line in Meripuisto. - Bag drop open on race day from 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM. - **Timing and Timing Chip:** - Chip timing on the back of bib number. - Bib number is personal and must be visible on the front of your shirt during the run. - No need to return the chip after the race. Gross and net times provided. - **Hydration Stations and Finish Line Services:** - Hydration stations every 3-4 km. Water, sports drinks, and Nosht Jollos energy chews available. - Stations at finish line with water, sports drinks, and other refreshments. - **Pace Makers:** - Available for various target times for marathon, half marathon, and 10k. Details provided for pacing. - **Toilets and Showers:** - Toilets at refreshment stations and event area. - Showers at Töölön Kisahalli from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Show race number or finisher medal for access. - **Time Limit:** - 6 hours for marathon, 3 hours for half marathon, 2 hours for 10k. - Specific cut-off points for half marathon and marathon participants. - **Rules:** - Participants must comply with organizers’ rules and instructions. - **Medals:** - Finisher medals for all who complete the race. - **Elite Runners:** - Free participation for elite runners who meet qualifying times. Email [info@helsinkimarathon.fi](mailto:info@helsinkimarathon.fi) with details.<div class="se-component se-image-container __se__float-none"><figure><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/camerafi-live-1139.appspot.com/o/leaderboard%2FiQLeWhEPETShoTJb5BCtttfeqrq2%2F1677%2Fimage%2FHM_n18.png?alt=media&token=8f5da0f2-f398-45ff-bbb0-ff848e3aba92" alt="" data-rotate="" data-proportion="true" data-size="," data-align="none" data-percentage="auto,auto" data-file-name="HM_n18.png" data-file-size="1474586" data-origin="," style=""></figure></div>

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2024 BMW Helsinki Marathon

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Event period

2024.08.23 ~ 2024.08.23

Registration period

2024.07.22 ~ 2024.08.15

Reception URL

https://www.helsinkimarathon.fi/en/registration/

Venue

Helsinki (starting from Meripuisto)

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2024 BMW Helsinki Marathon

Main schedule

Event period

2024.08.23 ~ 2024.08.23

Registration period

2024.07.22 ~ 2024.08.15

Reception URL

https://www.helsinkimarathon.fi/en/registration/

Venue

Helsinki (starting from Meripuisto)

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