HYROX Helsinki 2026 - Season 9

Race Schedule:

*Provisional, subject to change.

**Registration on-site opens for each division 90 minutes before the first start wave of that division. If you wish to enter the hall before your official check-in window, please go via the Spectators Desk and show your ticket & ID.

FRIDAY 18.DECEMBER:

• *HYROX MEN/ HYROX MEN ADAPTIVE 8:00 – 8:40
• HYROX MEN PRO 9:20 – 11:30
• HYROX WOMEN PRO 12:00 – 13:00
• *HYROX DOUBLES MEN 13:20 – 14:10
• *HYROX DOUBLES MIXED 14:30 – 15:10
• *HYROX DOUBLES WOMEN 15:40 – 17:30
• *HYROX WOMEN/ HYROX WOMEN ADAPTIVE 17:40 – 18:40
• HYROX MEN’S RELAY 19:10
• HYROX MIXED RELAY 19:20 – 19:40
• HYROX WOMEN’S RELAY 19:50 – 20:10

SATURDAY 19.DECEMBER:

• *HYROX MEN/ HYROX MEN ADAPTIVE 8:00 – 13:10
• *HYROX DOUBLES MIXED 13:30 – 17:30
• HYROX DOUBLES WOMEN PRO 17:50 – 18:50
• HYROX DOUBLES MEN PRO 19:20 – 20:20

SUNDAY 20.DECEMBER:

• *HYROX DOUBLES WOMEN 08:00 – 12:50
• *HYROX WOMEN/ HYROX WOMEN ADAPTIVE 13:10 – 16:30
• *HYROX DOUBLES MEN 17:00 – 19:10

*If a division takes place on multiple days, you can select your preferred race day when purchasing your ticket, subject to ticket availability for that day.

For example, if HYROX Doubles Women is available on both Friday and Sunday, you can choose which day you would like to compete when purchasing your ticket.

The selected race day is shown at the end of the ticket name (e.g. HYROX DOUBLES WOMEN | Friday or HYROX DOUBLES WOMEN | Sunday).

Laps to run: TBA

Early Athlete Registration

Date & Times:

TBA

Location:

TBA

Important Information:

• You must bring a physical copy of ID (digital copies/photographs will not be accepted).
• Checking in on behalf of others is not allowed.

Race Day Athlete Registration:TBA

Registration on-site opens for each division 90 minutes before the first start wave of that division. If you wish to enter the hall before your official check-in window on the day of your race, please go via the Spectators Desk and show your ticket & ID.

Important Information:

• You must bring a physical copy of ID (digital copies/photographs will not be accepted).
• Checking in on behalf of others is not allowed.
• During race weekend, it is only possible to check in on the day you are competing

At athlete registration you will receive:

• Athlete wristband
• Venue access wristband
• Ankle strap & timing chip
• Bib number

You will not be able to race without all of the above.

Ceremony schedule: TBA

Relay Briefing: TBA

• HYROX Training Club: F45 Helsinki Töölö – Certified HYROX partner gym with functional training classes, SkiErgs, and sleds available. English-speaking staff welcome international drop-ins.
• CrossFit 10K – Popular CrossFit box ~15 minutes from venue with sleds, rowers, and open gym passes. Known for its competitive but welcoming community.
• Elixia Pasila – Full-service fitness club near Messukeskus with cardio machines, weightlifting area, and recovery facilities like sauna and stretching zones. Convenient for athletes wanting a one-stop option.

Helsinki’s food scene blends Nordic simplicity with modern innovation. Athletes will find clean, nutrient-dense dishes alongside hearty traditional meals; perfect for fuelling and recovery.

• Clean Eats: Yes Yes Yes – vegetarian and vegan-friendly plates, smoothie bowls, and quick service
• Local Flavour: Savotta – traditional Finnish cuisine like salmon soup and reindeer stew, ideal for post-race indulgence
• Quick Bite: Kotipizza – Finland’s largest pizza chain, fast and budget-friendly with high-carb options for race week

Helsinki shines as a recovery destination thanks to its iconic sauna culture. Post-race, athletes can head to Löyly, a modern seaside sauna complex offering hot/cold contrast therapy, or visit Allas Sea Pool for outdoor pools and Baltic dips.

For spa-style recovery, Flamingo Spa near the airport provides hydrotherapy, massages, and saunas under one roof. Athletes seeking cutting-edge treatments can find cryotherapy and compression therapy at specialised sports clinics in the city. Green recovery is also abundant—runners can cool down with light mobility in Central Park (Keskuspuisto), a massive urban forest just minutes from the city centre.

Helsinki’s public transport system (trams, metro, commuter trains) is efficient and athlete-friendly. The venue is directly connected via Pasila Station, just one stop from Central Helsinki. Athletes with gear can easily use trains or hop into a 10-minute taxi from the city centre. Tickets are best purchased through the HSL app; day passes offer value and eliminate queues.

• EU/EEA/Swiss nationals: No visa required
• US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand citizens: Visa-free entry for up to 90 days within Schengen Area
• Other nationalities: Check Schengen visa requirements

Helsinki offers Scandinavian efficiency and charm, but with price levels on the higher side compared to many HYROX host cities. Expect modern infrastructure, high-quality food, and reliable public transport—but at a premium compared to Southern or Eastern Europe.

• Affordability Rating: €€€–€€€€
• Accommodation: €100–250 per night for mid-range hotels near the city centre or venue
• Dining: €15–25 for casual meals, €40–60+ for full-service restaurants
• Transport: €3–4 for local tram/metro tickets, €40–50 for airport taxis