Metsä Group Seurakisat 2026

Metsä Group Seurakisat is a nationwide Finnish athletics series for children and young people aged 5 to 15. It is a local-level competition format rather than a single large race, with events held annually in over 500 locations across Finland and more than 25,000 total participants. Metsä Group is the title partner, collaborating with the Finnish Athletics Federation to support accessible entry into sport. The events focus on trying athletics in a safe, encouraging environment, emphasizing getting children moving rather than creating an elite-only path. Competition days are family-oriented, with parents able to assist as officials or observe. The broader goal is to integrate sport into the daily lives of children and teenagers through varied activities that can foster a healthy, active routine.