Porocup Reindeer Race in Rovaniemi, Santa’s hometown in Lapland

Experience the thrill of Poro Cup, the ultimate reindeer racing championship in Finnish Lapland! Held in Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus. This exciting event showcases the speed and agility of Lapland’s racing reindeer as they dash across the snow.  Poro Cup is a professional reindeer racing series held across Lapland, where skilled jockeys race alongside their reindeer on frozen tracks. It’s a fascinating mix of tradition, sports, and Arctic culture! Lapland’s Porocup race is held (almost) annually at the Mäntyvaara racetrack in Rovaniemi. Reindeer races have been organised in Finland since 1932. Racing reindeer are trained and prepared with great expertise, while from spring to autumn, they live a normal reindeer life freely in the forest. In reindeer races, the animals can reach speeds of over 50 km per hour, with the jockey riding on either cross-country or downhill skis. Watch now and immerse yourself in the Arctic adrenaline of this unique winter sport!