Registration and pricing
Race description
The 84th Paala Lake Children’s Run is a traditional children’s race held on the shore of Paala Lake near Viljandi. The event offers different distances depending on the children’s ages, from 300 metres to a two-lap run around the lake. The race is organised by the JOOSU recreational sports club and gives children the chance to be active and enjoy nature. The race starts on 12 September 2026 at 10:00. Prizes and keepsakes are provided for participants.
Highlights
- Start and finish on the shore of Paala Lake
- Route around Paala Lake; one lap is 1,200 m
- Distances from 300 m to 2 laps (2,400 m)
Additional information
Participant registration opens at 10:00 on the same day. Distances are divided by age group: children’s run, 300 m (ages 5 and under); main race, 1 lap around the lake (boys and girls aged 6–10 and girls aged 11–12); and main race, 2 laps around the lake (boys aged 11–12). Many prizes and keepsakes. The race is organised by the JOOSU recreational sports club. The event starts at 10:00, and registration takes place on site. The event focuses on health and physical activity and is intended for children and young people.