210 meters of pure joy as the youngest, 0-6 year old, run Minivarvet in Slottsskogen. 23-24 May 2025.

Minivarvet:The race for the youngest

Minivarvet is Sweden's largest children's race and since its start, thousands and thousands again of small children have run Minivarvet. Many kids are satisfied with one lap, while others run the course several times. Minivarvet is charged with running, joy, play and adventure. With this race, we want to encourage an active life from when the children are young.

Minivarvet is for children born in 2020 or later (the year the child turns 6 years old.)

Register online today or in the event area at the race day! Together, we create memories for life.

Minivarvet has expanded with Minivarvet Trail. An early adventure for the youngest, where they get to take on a course with obstacles in the family area. Both races are included in the registration, and our mini-sprinters can run as many laps as their legs can carry them.

The course:210 meters in Slottsskogen

The Minivarvet course is approximately 210 meters long, runs on grass, and is marked on both sides to create safety. For the very youngest, Minivarvet is their first big adventure. Of course, it is allowed for you as a parent to run alongside them if you can keep up with their pace, that is. You will find the Minivarvet event area just below Björngårdsvillan in Slottsskogen.

Get ready for fun:Family area

A warm welcome to Göteborgsvarvet’s family area on 23 - 24 May. Here it is packed with fun, running joy, activities and entertainment for the whole family. Yes, you heard it right - there is a plenty of everything! And thats not all, you will also get to meet someone who has been eagerly waiting to see you: our very own running troll, Varva! Varva will make sure you have a memorable day and cheer you on all the way to the finish line.

Read more about our family area

Personalized diploma:Celebrate your achievement

For all mini sprinters who want to remember their race a little extra, we now offer the opportunity to download a personalized diploma. It's a nice and personal keepsake that you can save and share with friends and family to celebrate your achievement.

Download here

Race Info:Good to know before the start

  • Start & Event Area

    The start and finish line are located in Slottsskogen near Björngårdsvillan. Minivarvet starts will take place continuously between 10 AM and 4 PM on May 17–18. Your registration is valid for participation on one of the days—you choose which day you would like to attend.
    Next to the start and finish area, you’ll find the Göteborgsvarvet Family Area, filled with fun and activities for all children.

  • Registration & Start Certificate

    Register on our website for 80 SEK until May 16. You can also register your child on-site at the Family Area at “Information and Registration” for 100 SEK on May 17–18. If you have pre-registered your child online, make sure to bring the registration confirmation sent to your email and show it at “Information and Registration.” The registration is valid for participation on one of the two days—you decide which day suits you best.

  • T-shirt

    All children who participate get a t-shirt. The t-shirt also functions as a number tag. It can be picked up during on-site registration or when showing your registration confirmation at “Information and Registration” if you have pre-registered your child.

    We have 8,000 t-shirts available—first come, first served.

  • Minivarvet & Minivarvet Trail

    If Your Child Is Pre-Registered please show your registration confirmation and pick up the t-shirt at “Information and Registration” (see the map further up the page). For on-site registration, both the registration and t-shirt pickup take place in the same area.

  • Medal

    All children who participate receive a medal.

  • Toilets & Location room

    Toilets and location room are available in the area. See the map further up on the page.

  • Getting Here & Parking

    We Recommend Using Public Transport to Reach the Start Area. The closest stops are Linnéplatsen and Marklandsgatan.
    Note that the Botaniska Trädgården stop is closed May 17, it´s open May 18 but not suitable if you're bringing a stroller. Plan your trip using Västtrafik’s ToGo app or at www.vasttrafik.se. Limited parking will be available on May 18 at Dalens gravel fields for a 100 SEK environmental fee, payable via Swish. No parking is available on Dalen gravel fields on May 17.

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