Night Run of Midsummer with Decathlon

If you’re chasing the start with the most magical atmosphere of the entire Gdynia Grand Prix cycle, the Saint John’s Night Run is a must. Traditionally held in June, around the shortest night of the year. The midnight (or late-night) start makes the 10-kilometer course along Świętojańska Street, the Skwer Kościuszki and the harbor area take on a whole new dimension. Thousands of runners with headlamps on form a glowing river that flows through the city asleep to the rhythm of the sea breeze 🌊✨.

After the night finish and medal ceremony (often featuring maritime legends or Night of Saint John motifs), Gdynia offers a unique “after-hours” regeneration:

Sunrise on the beach: Nothing beats a moment of rest on the sand of the Gdynia Municipal Beach, waiting for the first glimmers of dawn over the Gdańsk Bay. It’s the perfect moment for a cold-foot cryotherapy in the cool Baltic Sea 🌅.

Nighttime piers: Walk along the Pomeranian Quay. The lit masts of the Dar Młodzieży and the silhouette of the ORP Błyskawica at night look straight out of a movie and make a perfect backdrop for photos with your medal 🚢.

View of the sleepy city: Go up or take the elevator to the Kamienna Góra. From the panoramic terrace, you’ll see the illuminated harbor and ships waiting offshore – the perfect spot to unwind after the race’s adrenaline 🏙️.

Even though most places are closed at this hour, Gdynia’s gastronomy often flexes to the race. For a well-deserved burger or pizza “to finish,” head to the Świętojańska Street, where post-race is lively 🍕. The first coffee of the morning at one of the cafés near the Maritime Boulevard will have you back on your feet after a night without sleep but filled with endorphins ☕.

It’s a race that proves Gdynia never sleeps, especially when runners who love sport hit the road! 🥇