Starting times and disciplines
Wednesday, 31. December 2025
- 12:00 pm 4 KM
- 12:30 pm 6 KM
- 1:00 pm 10 KM
Notes:
Schedule and course subject to change. The start will take place in all weather conditions, provided there is no weather warning from the German Weather Service.
The Berlin New Year's Eve Run is organized in accordance with the regulations of the German Athletics Association (DLV) under the supervision of the Berlin Athletics Association (BLV).
Start card und race material
Start Card
We will send you your Start Card and all important information about your participation by e-mail on December 29th.
You can also find your bib number in your user account.
Race material pick up
NEW: You can pick up your race material on the day of the event (31.12.) from 10:00 am in front of the Mommsenstadion. Please make sure you are there on time. You will need your photo ID and Start Card to collect your race material.
Courses
Starting close to the Mommsenstadion three different distances (4k, 6k, 10k) guide you through the Grunewald.
Heads up: It’s going uphill! The 6 km course takes you over Teufelsberg, while the 10 km course even goes over both Teufelsberg and Drachenberg. You read that right, two actual hills right in the middle of Berlin. If you’re thinking of gentle slopes, think again. So hang in there, at least there’s a great view at the top (and maybe a quick chance to catch your breath).
Timekeeping and time limit
Timekeeping is done with a transponder, which is attached to the back of your race number. To ensure the functionality of the transponder, the race number must not be bent or damaged in any other way. The time is measured as usual by running over the measuring mats at the start and finish. As this is a “disposable transponder”, there is no need to return it.
The time limit is 1:30 h after crossing the start line.
Refreshments
Water, tea and the long-awaited “Pfannkuchen” await all participants in the finish area.
Reusable Cup
This year we only use reusable cups to supply participants.
Therefore, please use only ONE reusable cup and have it refilled. Please return your cup at the refreshment station or in the green, labelled return bins.
Medals, certificates and results
A medal awaits all finishers at the finish line. Furthermore, there will be “Pfannkuchen” (Berlin donut) for you in the finisher area.
The results will be available online on the evening of the event. You can also download your finisher certificate from the results list.
Award ceremony
Runs
Prizes will be awarded to places 1-3 (male and female) in the 6 and 10 km races.
Most original costumes
There will also be an award for the most original costumes worn by children and adults.
All participants who want to take part in this competition must be at the photo wall in front of the Mommsenstadion at 11:30 am. Our jury will make the pre-selection there and inform the winners about the further procedure.
Important: Only costumed participants who appear on site for the selection can be judged.
Change of discipline, withdrawal and transfer
Change of discipline
Changes to another disciplin are possible as long as the participation limit has not been reached. We will charge a processing fee of 5 € plus the difference to the current valid price level.
Please contact us with your request to change the discipline via our contact form.
Transfer
It is not possible to transfer your race entry to another person or another year. Your race entry is bound to the event and person.
You can find detailed information on withdrawal and exchange in our conditions of participation.
Withdrawal
Due to the logistical and organizational complexity of the event, we cannot refund the participation fee if you are unable to attend. Thank you for your understanding.
Insurance
To cover the participation fee, we recommend purchasing ERGO admission ticket insurance (PDF) as part of the online registration process.