WHAT IS ÜLEMISTE GRIT

Ülemiste Grit is an endurance running event – a movement celebration where a limited number of participants can cover a self-selected amount of kilometres on an attractive indoor course. Participants can choose between a 1-hour, 2-hour or 3-hour challenge.

You can challenge yourself by running, walking, or power walking. For safety reasons, walking poles are not allowed.

Whether the participant treats it as a race, a training session, or a personal challenge, the experience and sense of accomplishment are guaranteed. And all of this takes place in a unique setting – indoors at Ülemiste Centre, Tallinn’s most popular shopping centre.

Completing the event is a sign of courage and determination. This is true endurance and grit – GRIT!

EVENT DATE, LOCATION AND DISTANCES

Ülemiste Grit Estonia: 24 April 2026
Start and finish: Ülemiste Centre, 2nd floor (next to Apollo Cinema)
Comfortable and dry access by car through Ülemiste Centre car park (Apollo Cinema entrance)

• 3h start: 21:00
• 1h start: 21:00
• 2h start: 22:00

Virtual participation is possible from 1 March to 22 April 2026.

COURSE AND AID STATION

• The course is located on the 2nd floor of Ülemiste Centre
• The route is fully marked with signs and direction indicators at every turn
• The aid station offers Neptunas water, juice and/or Coca-Cola, plus solid food (banana, pickles, orange, bread with salt, etc.)
• Participants may place their own drink bottle on a designated table – bottles must be clearly marked with the participant’s name (marker on bottle, tape + name, etc.)

REGISTRATION

• Registration is available at eestimaraton.ee until event day or until slots are filled. Stebby payments can be used directly via the organiser’s website.
• A fixed number of entries is allocated to each distance, with different price tiers – the earlier you register, the cheaper the entry fee (“early bird” principle).

ENTRY FEES

• 1h: €15–25
• 2h: €15–25
• 3h: €15–25

On-site registration: €35
Virtual participation: €24 (includes medal, result processing fee and shipping)

NB! A €1 payment processing fee per participant applies. VAT is included in all entry fees.

DISTRIBUTION OF START PACKS

• Start materials can be collected on 24 April 2026 from 19:00–21:30 at Ülemiste Centre (exact location to be announced)
• Start pack includes at least the bib number with electronic timing chip and safety pins
• To collect the start pack, you must know your bib number – available on eestimaraton.ee (List of Participants) one day before the event
• Please bring an identity document – the issuer may request it for verification

SERVICES ON SITE

• At Ülemiste Centre: information desk, basic medical aid (plasters, cleaning, cooling, etc.) and paid bag storage (€2 – bring a coin)
• The event host will provide information. Toilets are available on both floors of Ülemiste Centre
• Showering is available for a fee at Gym Ülemiste (24/7 entrance), about 50 m from the start/finish area. The turnstile operates with a payment terminal; one-time access (2025 price) is €6.95. Card payment only.

TIMING AND RESULTS

• Timing is provided by Nelson Timing OÜ
• Timing results can be contested within 30 minutes after the event in written form at the information desk
• Final results are confirmed within 7 days
• A direct link to results can be found on the bib QR code, at eestimaraton.ee and on the organiser’s Facebook page

AWARDS AND SOUVENIRS

• Ülemiste Grit medal
• E-diploma
• 3h finishers receive a framed course completion certificate
• Energy-restoring gift bag
• Rankings will be determined, but there is no separate award ceremony – a group photo is taken at the finish

PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITY

The participant confirms upon registration that they understand the specifics of holding an event in a shopping centre – slippery surfaces, turns, many glass areas, and possible non-participants present on the course. Safe overtaking of such individuals is the participant’s responsibility.

The participant is responsible for their own health condition when entering the course.
The participant confirms that they have sufficient physical ability to complete the course and will contact event volunteers in case of health issues.

By registering and paying the entry fee, the participant:
• Agrees to this guide and the organiser’s rules
• Agrees that their personal data may be used according to relevant laws
• Agrees to receive important event-related information via email (participant reminders, offers, notifications)

ORGANISER

The event is organised by MTÜ Rakvere Maraton in cooperation with the City of Tallinn and Ülemiste Centre.
Official information channels: eestimaraton.ee and Facebook page Ööjooks
Legal address and details: MTÜ Rakvere Maraton, Tähe 5, Rakvere 44314. Registry code: 80311257; VAT: EE101458865; SEB EE911010220117720014.
Email: info@eestimaraton.ee

Organiser Rights:

• If the event cannot be safely held on-site due to health risks, it will be conducted as a virtual race. All entries will automatically be transferred to the virtual format (no refunds).
• The organiser may cancel the event if participation involves significant health risks or if national/local restrictions are imposed. In case of cancellation due to weather or health risks, entry fees are not refunded.
• The organiser may amend the guide when necessary.
• The organiser may deny access to the start area to anyone disturbing other participants.
• The organiser may disqualify participants who do not follow event rules.
• The organiser may use all event photos and videos for marketing purposes.
• The organiser is not responsible for force majeure cancellations.
• The organiser is not responsible for timing company performance.
• The organiser is not responsible for participant behaviour on the course.
• The organiser and Ülemiste Centre are not liable for injuries sustained while participating in, preparing for, or leaving the event.
• Official written protests are accepted until 25 April 2026 at 00:30. Protest fee: €20. Processing time: up to 7 days. Fee refunded only if protest is upheld.

Feedback and inquiries after the event: responses will be provided on weekdays until 30 April 2026.