11.9.2025 | Leisure
International Swedbank Road Race Takes Place This Weekend
Text Susanna Poikela
Photo Miguel A Amutio / Unsplash

Tallinn’s streets will once again fill with athletes as the annual Swedbank Marathon takes place in the city. This sporting event draws a massive number of participants and is Estonia’s largest international running event in terms of runner turnout.
Participants can choose from races of varying lengths. The shorter 10 km Autumn Run is perfect for those who enjoy lighter exercise, and for groups looking to spend an active day together. The 21.1 km half marathon is ideal for beginner marathoners, while the classic 42.2 km full marathon is designed for passionate running enthusiasts. There are also dedicated races for youth and children.
If you want to join in on the opening festivities in your running shoes, take part in the Welcome Run on 12 September. It takes place in the beautiful Kadriorg Park, and the entry fee for the 2.6 km run is just €12. You can register for the opening run here.
The marathon’s competition centre and start/finish area are located right next to Tallinn’s Old Town. The race route winds through various parts of the city, offering runners beautiful and diverse scenery.
Explore the full event schedule here, and take part with your family and friends!
To learn more about this and similar topicsevents
Events in Tallinn
Marathon
Running
Sports
sports events in Tallinn
Swedbank Marathon
9.9.2026 | Leisure
Robotics Days at PROTO Invention Factory
Tallinn’s PROTO Invention Factory is a fun, educational and interactive museum where children and families alike can learn all about … Read more
8.9.2026 | Leisure
Tartu Student Days: Autumn 2026
To mark the start of the new school year at the University of Tartu, Tartu Student Days: Autumn 2026 will … Read more
6.9.2026 | Leisure
Finnish Paddlers to Take on the Emajõgi in a Week’s Time
One of Estonia’s longest-running paddling and rowing events, the Emajõgi Marathon, will take place for the 44th time next Saturday, … Read more
1.9.2026 | Leisure
Campervan Festival 2026: Home Is Where the Art Is
Nomadic life is a calling for many people, especially in the warmer months. Recreational vehicles, campervans, motor homes, truck trailers, … Read more
29.8.2026 | Leisure
Terminator? No, a Combat Robot!
Have you ever seen on TV, in films or on YouTube the originally US-developed form of competition that has become … Read more
26.8.2026 | Leisure
Swedbank Tallinn Marathon 2026
September in Estonia means it’s time to run, or as they say it in Estonian, jooksuaeg! All joking aside, for … Read more
20.8.2026 | Leisure
Two Cornfield Labyrinths Invite You on an Adventure in Estonia
Labyrinths cut into cornfields toward the end of summer have established themselves as local seasonal tourism attractions in Estonia. This … Read more
7.8.2026 | Leisure
Ironman Tallinn 2026
Everyone knows that the only athletic competition that’s more difficult than a marathon is an Ironman competition. Three races consisting … Read more