Spiridon Mainova New Year's Eve Run
Lace up your running shoes for the 48th annual Spiridon Mainova New Year's Eve Run on December 31, 2026. This event features a 10 km main race, school runs of 2 km and 4 km, and a fun 200m Bambini run for the little ones. Registration opens September 21, 2026, with various pricing tiers based on participant numbers and deadlines.
What to Expect
New Year's Eve running tradition for all ages
Event Details
Duration
Varies by race (main race starts at 12:00 PM, school runs at 11:00 AM, Bambini at 10:30 AM)
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Spiridon Frankfurt e.V.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Runners of all ages and fitness levels
Vibe
Festive, energetic, community-oriented
Energy Level
High
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Weather Sensitivity
High
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $$ – Get tickets
- Pets: No pets allowed
Tips & Advice
- Register early, especially if you want your race bib mailed to you, as this service is only guaranteed for registrations before November 30, 2025.
- Note that participants in the U14 and U16 age groups can only compete in one race, not both the main and school runs.
- For the Bambini run, there is no timekeeping, making it a fun, pressure-free event for very young children.
- Check the participant limits for each race; the main run has a cap of 3000, while the Bambini run is limited to 100.
- If you miss the online registration deadline of December 26, 2025, late entries may be possible on-site, but at a higher cost.
Special Events & Promotions
- Race bibs mailed for registrations before November 30, 2025
- Tiered pricing based on participant numbers for the main run
- Online late registration available until December 26, 2025
- On-site registration possible after the deadline
- Bambini run is free of charge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the different race categories and their start times?
The event features a Bambini run (200m) starting at 10:30 AM, school runs (2km and 4km) at 11:00 AM, and the main 10 km run at 12:00 PM.
What is the registration fee for the main 10 km run?
The fee for the main run starts at €16.00 for the first 500 participants, increasing to €18.00 for 501-1000 participants, and €20.00 thereafter. Online late registration is €25.00, and on-site registration is €30.00.
Can younger participants compete in multiple races?
No, participants in the U14 and U16 age groups are restricted to entering only one race, either the main run or a school run.
Is there a deadline for registration?
The online registration deadline is December 26, 2025, at 23:59. Registrations made by November 30, 2025, will have their race materials mailed.
Where does the race take place?
The start and finish line for all races are located at the Wintersporthalle am Deutsche Bank Park.
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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.