The Jõulumäe Cross-Country Ski Series 2026 consists of five competition stages, taking place from 7 January to 25 March 2026.
The 1st and 2nd stages are held together with the Pärnumaa Championships, while the 3rd and 4th stages are held together with the Pärnu Open Championships.
STAGES
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Stage I – 7 January 2026: Freestyle distances, Pärnumaa Championships
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Stage II – 14 January 2026: Classic technique distances, Pärnumaa Championships
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Stage III – 4 February 2026: Freestyle distances, Pärnu Open Championships
(DATE CHANGE – will take place on 18 February 2026) -
Stage IV – 11 February 2026: Classic technique, mass start, Pärnu Open Championships
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Stage V – 25 March 2026: Ski cross
Replacement stage:
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18 February 2026 – Freestyle individual start (replacement for the 4 February stage)
The 3rd stage of the Cup Series is held together with the Pärnu Open Cross-Country Ski Championships.
RACE NUMBERS
Race numbers can be collected on the competition day from the finish building starting at 16:45.
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Children and youth races (NM10–NM16): 17:30
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Adult races (NM–NM50): 19:00
PARTICIPANTS
All interested participants are welcome, provided they have adequate preparation and their health condition allows participation in ski competitions.
AGE GROUPS AND DISTANCES
Age groups and distances are determined based on the competitor’s year of birth.
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Children and youth starts: from 17:30
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Adult starts: from 19:00
Distances may change depending on snow conditions. All competitions take place on illuminated tracks.
REGISTRATION
The competition is held by pre-registration only.
To pre-register, participants must complete the registration form. Registration is open until the end of the day preceding the competition. Lists of registered competitors will be published on the competition day at www.joulumae.ee.
If a registered competitor is unable to participate, please notify us by email at info@joulumae.ee or by phone +372 526 4996.
Participation is free of charge.
Citizens of Russia and Belarus (except those holding permanent residence permits) are not allowed to start.
AWARDS
In the overall standings of the Jõulumäe Cup Series, competitors placing 1st–3rd in all age groups will be awarded a cup and diploma on 25 March 2026.
No separate awards will be given at individual stages.
Awards for the Pärnumaa and Pärnu Championships will be presented in accordance with the respective championship regulations.
OTHER INFORMATION
Participation in the competition is at the competitor’s own risk. The organiser bears no responsibility for possible accidents or their consequences. Washing and changing facilities are available in the main building for a fee of €2.
The organiser has the right to use photos taken during the competition.
Participant lists and results will be published at www.joulumae.ee.