CPH Mini Marathon
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9. May 2026 at 11.00
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Choose between One Mile Kids Run and One Mile Family
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Fra 180 DKK
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Østerbro Stadion, København Ø
CPH Mini Marathon: A ‘marathon’ for both young and old
Did you think marathons were only for adults? Not with us. At the CPH Mini Marathon, the entire family can join in on the fun of running, being active, and having a great time together. And we promise the children will have a day they’ll never forget as they walk, run, or race through the area around Østerbro Stadium.
This year’s Mini Marathon participants will take on the famous One Mile distance (1.6 km). That is because we will be warming up for September 2026, when Copenhagen will host the World Athletics Road Running Championships, WRRC Copenhagen 26. Here, runners from all over the world will gather to compete in the One Mile, 5 km, and half marathon. So the CPH Mini Marathon is the perfect opportunity for the whole family to test the distance.
The entire 1.6 km course is closed to traffic, marked, and staffed with people from Copenhagen Marathon, so everyone can run safely and have a great time. Of course with a race number on your shirt and a shiny medal waiting at the finish line – just like the adult marathon runners on Sunday.
There will be a total of three starts on the course. Two starts for the Family Run, where children and adults run together regardless of age, and one Children’s Run for slightly older kids (6-15 years old) who want to complete the distance on their own. This ensures plenty of space for everyone, whether you want to sprint the whole way or take a few walking breaks along the course.
And of course, there will be plenty of entertainment and fun for the whole family throughout the day. If you get hungry or thirsty, JOE & THE JUICE will be on site with their food truck, selling sandwiches and delicious juices.
Please note that all participants, both children and adults, must be registered with a race number.
What is included?
Different ways to participate
Children and adults who want to run together register in the same way at the same price. This registration includes a race number and medal, as well as a hydration and refreshment station at the finish line.
However, adults also have the option to register as an ‘Accompanying Adult’ at a reduced price. As an accompanying adult, you can run alongside your child and use the refreshment station at the finish line, but you will not receive a medal. You’ll also run with a special race bib without a timing chip, so you will not get an official time.
Please note that an accompanying adult must run with a child at all times, and only one accompanying adult is allowed per child.
All of this is included when you register for CPH Mini Marathon 2026:
- Race bib
- Timing chip
- Digital certificate
- A shiny medal
- Water and banana
- Group warm-up
- Fun children’s entertainment and activities throughout the event
Toilets
There will be toilets close to the start and finish area.
Race Bib Pick-up
You can pick up your race bib for the CPH Mini Marathon at the Copenhagen Marathon Expo in Forum from Wednesday to Friday (6th – 8th May).
The races
We’ll meet at the starting line 10 minutes before each race begins. Here, we’ll get ready and warm up alongside our mascot, Sprinter.
The Family Runs
If you’re signed up for one of the Family Runs, an adult is welcome to run along, but everyone participating must be registered for the CPH Mini Marathon.
The Children’s Run
The Children’s Run, on the other hand, is for children only, but adults are, of course, more than welcome to cheer along the route and at the finish line.
For mom and dad
Both the start and finish line are located inside Østerbro Stadium and are thus very close to each other, so you can easily send your children off and then walk over to the finish line to cheer and welcome them.
You can buy coffee, juice, and sandwiches at the JOE & THE JUICE foodtruck in the start/finish area.
The program
There will be three different starts on the course, collective warm-up, and fun entertainment throughout the day.
10:00 Race bib pick-up and information desk opens
10:30 Entertainment
10:50 Group warm-up with the announcer and our mascot Sprinter
11:00 One Mile Children’s Run
11:30 Entertainment
11:50 Group warm-up with the announcer and our mascot Sprinter
12:00 One Mile Family Run
12:30 Entertainment
12:50 Group warm-up with the announcer and our mascot Sprinter
13:00 One Mile Family Run
13:30 Entertainment
After the CPH Mini Marathon
When you cross the finish line, all runners – big and small – will receive a cool, shiny medal. There will also be water and a little something to help you refuel after your great effort.
This year’s Mini Marathon medal is designed by the Danish design duo Jonas and Martin from TOT Copenhagen. The medal is designed as a collage of some of Copenhagen’s most iconic places and symbols – from famous buildings and historic landmarks, such as the Marble Church, to the small everyday details that make the city unique like the Bicycle Snake. Think you can recognise all twelve symbols? Read more here and see if you were right.
What’s included
- Bib number
- Race timing
- Digital diploma
- An awesome medal
- Water and banana
- Group warm-up
- Fun entertainment and activities during the event
FAQ: CPH Mini Marathon
Here you can find answers to questions about the CPH Mini Marathon.
If you can’t find the answer to your question, feel free to contact us at [email protected]
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When registration opens, you can view the participant list for the CPH Mini Marathon here.
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You can pick up your race bib for the CPH Mini Marathon at the Copenhagen Marathon Expo from Wednesday to Friday (6th – 8th May). Kick off your race weekend by exploring the best running brands, discovering the latest gear, and soaking up the amazing race atmosphere.
The race bib must be placed on your clothing while running.
There is a timing chip embedded in the race bib, so make sure not to bend it.
It will also be possible to pick up your bib on race day at the start/finish area at Østerbro Stadium, but to avoid long last-minute lines on race day we encourage pick up earlier in the week at the Expo.
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We will publish the 2026 routes as soon as they are ready.
Relive the fun from 2025
There was laughter, smiles and lots of fast legs when 1,600 children participated in the CPH Mini Marathon
See the pictures from 2025
See all the amazing photos from CPH Mini Marathon 2025 in our extensive gallery right here.