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IR 5K race

On April 23th, the 111th edition of the most populous 5 km race in Iceland takes place in the heart of the city. The course runs through the city center.  The IR race was first held 1916 and has since then been an integral part of the City of Reykjavik’s First Day of Summer celebrations. No sporting event in Iceland has such a long and continuous history as the IR race. A 2,5 km fun run is also an option on race day.

Schedule

12:00 5 km Race starts in Vonarstræti

12:10 2,5 km fun run starts in Lækjagata

12:30 Price ceremony at the finish line

13:00 Timing stopped. 

Water and energy drinks will be supplied in the start/finish area. 

Results

Timing and course supervision end 60 minutes after the race starts. Results will be published in real time, and runners will also receive their times via SMS. Results for prize places are confirmed at the award ceremony, but otherwise the publication of results on timataka.net is considered the official release of the results.

Prices

The price ceremony will take place at the finisher line and will start at 12:20.

Kids under 12 years old receive a gift at the finish line.

Age groups

• 14 years and younger
• 15-17 years
• 18-39 years
• 40-49 years
• 50-59 years
• 60-69 years
• 70-79 years
• 80-89 years
• 90 years and older