Race infor­ma­tion – Lil­la Varvet

Leave the car at home
The fastest, easiest, and most sustainable way to get to Lilla Varvet on May 24 is by walking, cycling, or using public transport. Access by car will be very limited.

Please make sure to allow plenty of time regardless of how you choose to travel.

Public transport
We recommend travelling to the start by public transport! The nearest stops are Marklandsgatan and Botaniska Trädgården. Plan your journey at vasttrafik.se or in the Västtrafik ToGo app.

Car
The entire area around the event will have heavily restricted car access, and no parking is available adjacent to the event area. Margretebergsgatan and Slottsskogen will be completely closed to traffic. If you still choose to travel by car, please expect traffic congestion and be prepared to park further away, so make sure to arrive well in advance.

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The Göteborgsvarvet Expo takes place at Friidrottens Hus, Mikael Ljungbergs väg 10, from May 21–23.

Discover the latest trends in the running world among our fantastic exhibitors — everything you could possibly need before race day can be found here. This is also where race bib collection takes place.

Getting here
The best way to get to the Göteborgsvarvet Expo is by public transport, bicycle, or on foot.

The area around the Göteborgsvarvet Expo will have heavily restricted car access due to the large number of visitors expected during the event days, and unfortunately there is no parking available directly adjacent to Friidrottens Hus.

More information on how to get here – How to get here - Traffic information.

Race bib collection
We encourage everyone who has the opportunity to collect their race bib during daytime hours on Thursday, May 21 or Friday, May 22, to avoid queues.

It is also possible to collect your bib on Saturday, May 23 or Sunday, May 24, but please arrive well in advance as the area is expected to be very busy and queues may occur close to the start times.

Opening hours:
Thursday, May 21: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Friday, May 22: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Saturday, May 23: 9:30 AM–3:30 PM
Sunday, May 24: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (race bib collection only, no expo)

Read more and plan your visit:

Göteborgsvarvet Expo

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The Course
The course is 1.1 km for children aged 7–10 and 2.4 km for children aged 11–13, and follows paved roads through Slottsskogen.

Interactive course map

Timing
A timing chip attached to the back of the bib number records your time. In Lilla Varvet, net time applies in all categories except Boys/Girls 13, where gross time is used.

With net time, your time starts when you cross the timing mat at the start line, while gross time starts at the starting signal. In both cases, your time stops when you cross the finish line.

Music & entertainment
Rackar-Alex will be at the start area to cheer on all runners before the race begins. Along the course, music and cheering stations will provide extra energy all the way to the finish line.

Water stations
There is one water station on the longer course. Water will also be available after the finish line. Please dispose of your cup in the bins at the water station or after the finish area.

Medical services
Medical services are available in the start and finish areas.

Toilets
Toilets are available at Dalens IP sports ground, in the Entrance Park, and outside Frölundaborg.

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Download the Göteborgsvarvet app, available year-round, and access information for both runners and visitors. The app is called Göteborgsvarvet and can be downloaded here.

The app includes:

• Live results where you can follow your friends
• Our latest news
• Participant and visitor information
• Results lists
• Fun selfie filters

Follow runners, cost for live results: SEK 40 for up to 25 runners/relay teams

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Results
Results are updated live and can be found in our Göteborgsvarvet app or via the link below.

Results

Medal
After finishing Lilla Varvet, all children receive a well-earned medal, a banana, and water.

Prize Ceremony
Prizes will be awarded to the ten fastest runners in the Boys 13 and Girls 13 categories.

Diploma
A downloadable diploma is available on our website under Lilla Varvet or via the link below.

Lilla Varvet – Diploma

Meeting Point for Children & Parents
After the finish, children will be guided to a meeting area located directly behind the grandstand at Slottsskogsvallen, where parents and guardians can meet them. Each child’s race bib features a symbol: mushroom, bee, or flower (see below). The same symbols will be displayed at the meeting area to help you find your child.

Entrance Park
Don’t miss a visit to the Entrance Park, where Nordea, ASICS, Almondy, and STC offer fun activities, exciting challenges, and cake, while Stadium will have a last-minute shop on site.

Food Court
In the Entrance Park between the start and finish areas, Carotte will be serving a wide selection of food and drinks. Opening hours: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Toilets
Toilets are available at Dalens IP sports ground, in the Entrance Park, and outside Frölundaborg.

Sustainability

Please throw your cup in the large collection bags at the hydration station or after the finish line.

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Welcome to the Göteborgsvarvet Family Area!
Get ready for a fun-filled day packed with energy and excitement in our Family Area. Here you’ll find activities and entertainment for the whole family. It is also the perfect spectator spot to cheer on the children taking part in Lilla Varvet.
New for 2026! Bamse is coming to visit.

Location: Slottsskogen, between Björngårdsvillan and Villa Belparc
Dates: May 23, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM and May 24, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Minivarvet
In addition to Lilla Varvet, the Family Area is also home to Minivarvet and Minivarvet Trail — races for all mini sprinters aged 0–6. Here, children can run as many laps as their little legs can manage. Registration for Minivarvet can be completed online or on site in Slottsskogen on May 23–24.

Varva
In the Family Area, you will meet our very own running troll, who has been looking forward to seeing you. Varva is a lively troll who loves to move — and most of all, to run! Varva will perform on stage and of course cheer on all the children participating in our races.

Entertainment & Activities

• Stage programme
• Dance
• Food & fika
• Lilla Varvet
• Minivarvet
• Minivarvet Trail

Stage show with Varva, dance and movement fun with STC, and Bamse meet & greet
Saturday & Sunday, May 23–24, 2026

10:30–10:50 AM – Dance and movement fun with STC
11:00–11:30 AM – Stage show with Varva
11:30–11:50 AM – Varva meet & greet

12:00–12:20 PM – Dance and movement fun with STC
12:20–12:50 PM – Bamse meet & greet
1:00–1:30 PM – Stage show with Varva
1:30–1:50 PM – Varva meet & greet

2:00–2:20 PM – Dance and movement fun with STC
2:20–2:50 PM – Bamse meet & greet
3:00–3:30 PM – Stage show with Varva

Food in the Family Area
Carotte serves a delicious selection adapted for both children and hungry adults. You’ll find cold dishes, tasty pizza, and child-friendly toast options. Enjoy drinks, snacks, refreshing ice cream, or hot coffee and tea. Don’t miss our delicious pancakes served with Varva’s own sprinkles, whipped cream, and jam!

Read more about the Family Area and Varva.

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So much more than one race!
During Varvet Week, May 19–24, there’s a race or activity for everyone.

May 19
Specialvarvet – 1.4 or 2.4 km in Slottsskogen

May 20
Stafettvarvet – 4 x 3.2 km team relay in Slottsskogen

May 21–23
Göteborgsvarvet Expo – Race bib pick-up and exhibition

May 23
Göteborgsvarvet – 21.1 km
Cityvarvet – 4.3 km for all ages
Minivarvet – ages 0–6

May 23–24
Göteborgsvarvet Family area – Show with Varva and activities for the whole family

May 24
Lilla Varvet – The country’s largest youth race, ages 7–13
Minivarvet – ages 0–6

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Email: info@goteborgsvarvet.se

Our most frequently asked questions: Q&A
Information about all our races: goteborgsvarvet.se

Customer service Varvet week: Opening hours

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Organizer
The race is organized by the Gothenburg Athletics Association. The surplus goes back to the federation's associations and their youth activities, as well as the operation of Friidrottens Hus. Each year Göteborgsvarvet also collects approximately SEK 1 million for our charity partners.

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