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Event Guide

EVENT CENTER, DISTANCES AND STARTS

Elke Tallinn Run takes place on 26 September 2026 in Noblessner, North Tallinn
Event center open 11:00–17:10
Distances: 2.5 km, Stebby 5 km, Neptunas 10 km, kids run
Kids run (ages 0–13; approx. 200–300 m) at 13:00
FREE concert at Noblessner Central Square at 13:40: INGER
Stebby 5 km and 2.5 km starts at 14:30
Neptunas 10 km start at 15:10

REGISTRATION

Registration available at eestimaraton.ee while places last. Stebby users can conveniently pay with Stebby credit.
Registration follows the principle that each event has a limited number of entries with tiered pricing – the earlier you register, the cheaper it is (“early bird” principle).
Virtual participation available 20.08–23.09.26

ENTRY FEES

Kids run: €3–6
2.5 km: €8–15
Stebby 5 km and Neptunas 10 km: €12–25
Virtual kids run: €9
Virtual 5 km and 10 km: €21

Note: A payment system service fee (€1) is added per order. Entry fees include VAT. Virtual participation fees also include results management and medal postage.

RACE MATERIALS, START PROCEDURE, CHANGING, TOILETS, BAG DROP & WASHING

Race materials are issued based on bib number (published in the start list one day before the event at eestimaraton.ee). Kids run numbers are issued based on name.
Distribution closes 20 minutes before each start:
- Kids run: 12:40
- 2.5 km & Stebby 5 km: 14:10
- Neptunas 10 km: 14:40
  Participants must be at the start area at least 10 minutes before their start.
Traffic will not be closed during the event—road crossings are regulated. Movement is on sidewalks and pedestrian routes. Around Linnahall, part of the route uses the roadway—direction marshals present. The course runs in a normal Sunday city environment with other pedestrians—be attentive.
Safe overtaking of non-participants is the responsibility of the runner.
The 2.5 km and 5 km loops are GPS-measured. No course passport. The 10 km distance consists of two 5 km loops.
Neptunas 10 km has two water stations (approx. 3 km and 8 km), serving Neptunas water. Stebby 5 km has one water station. All participants receive Neptunas bottled water at the finish. No water station on 2.5 km.
Paid bag drop (€2 – bring a coin) open 11:00–17:10 in the event center. Unclaimed items after 17:10 on 26.09.26 will be disposed of.
Participation allowed by running, walking, Nordic walking.
Toilets and changing tents available near start/finish. No organised washing. Local gyms/fitness clubs (MyFitness etc.) offer paid showers.
Finish area open until 17:10

KIDS RUNS

Held in the event center area, starts from 13:00
Numbers issued based on name (yellow kids run tent)
Participation allowed for children from under 1 year to 13 years (inclusive). Running hand-in-hand with a parent is allowed.
Distance approx. 200–300 m, on hard surface
Final age-group schedule published on site. Kids run bib pickup closes at 12:40
All registered participants wearing a bib can take part regardless of exact age-group start time. Runs may finish earlier than scheduled.
Kids participants receive a bib, a gift bag, a fun sports experience, and a medal.

TIMING

Electronic timing for 2.5 km, Stebby 5 km and Neptunas 10 km
Timing chip is attached to the back of the bib; no need to return it after the race
Bib must be worn on the chest and fully visible throughout the race
Do not cover the bib when finishing—your result may not be recorded
Timing service provider: Nelson Timing OÜ
Live results available via QR code on bib. Intermediate results and final results posted on the website and official Facebook page. Final protocol confirmed within 7 days.

AWARDS

Finishers of 2.5 km, Stebby 5 km and Neptunas 10 km receive a medal and a recovery gift bag. Kids run participants also receive a medal and gift bag.
Stebby 5 km: top 3 women and top 3 men awarded Stebby gift cards and trophies.
Neptunas 10 km: top 3 women and top 3 men awarded trophies; additional sponsor gifts possible (no cash prizes).
Award ceremonies at 15:20 (Stebby 5) and 16:00 (Neptunas 10) at the start/finish area.

PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITY

Participants are responsible for their own health when entering the course.
By starting, the participant confirms sufficient physical ability; in case of health problems, must contact volunteers or medical staff (located at start/finish and service point).
Participants acknowledge that non-participants will also be present on sidewalks and shared paths.
Participants are responsible for safe overtaking of both participants and non-participants.

By registering and paying the entry fee, the participant:

Agrees with this guide and the organiser’s rules
Agrees that personal data is used according to laws and regulations
Agrees to receive event-related information by email (pre-race info, offers, notifications)

ORGANISER

Elke Tallinn Run is organised by MTÜ Rakvere Maraton in cooperation with the City of Tallinn, Northern Tallinn District Government, and sponsors.
Official information channels: eestimaraton.ee and the Eesti Ööjooks Facebook page (“Ööjooks”)
Legal address & details: MTÜ Rakvere Maraton, Tähe 5, Rakvere 44314. Reg. code: 80311257; VAT: EE101458865; SEB EE911010220117720014.
Email: info@eestimaraton.ee

ORGANISER’S RIGHTS

If the on-site event cannot be safely held due to health risks or safety concerns, the event will be conducted as a virtual run. All participants will be transferred to the virtual run (no refunds).
The organiser may cancel the event if participation poses increased health risks or due to governmental/local restrictions. No entry fee refunds or compensation for other costs.
The organiser may amend the guide as needed.
The organiser may deny entry to the start area to disruptive individuals.
The organiser may disqualify participants who do not follow the rules.
The organiser may use all photos and videos taken at the event for marketing.
Not responsible for event cancellation due to Force Majeure; no refunds in such cases.
Not responsible for the work of the timing service provider.
Not responsible for participant behaviour or injuries during participation or while travelling to/from the event.
Only written, formal protests submitted to the Elke Tallinn Run secretariat (info desk) until 26.09.26 at 17:30 will be accepted. Protest fee €20; refunded only if the protest is upheld. Handling time up to 7 days.

Post-event inquiries and feedback: Responses will be provided on business days at least until 30.09.2026.

What are wave starts?

Wave starts, introduced at the Midsummer Challenge – Võsu in 2018, received the Running Innovation Award 2019.
Their purpose is to reduce congestion in the start area. This allows every participant to run at their own pace right from the beginning. Elite athletes and recreational joggers may line up together without interfering with one another. However, slower participants are kindly asked not to start in the first waves.

Timing begins when crossing the start mats, and wave intervals ensure the event can take place without disturbing other city pedestrians. Participants can smoothly overtake families with strollers or couples walking hand-in-hand.