Grachtenloop Haarlem

About the race

Grachtenloop Haarlem is an atmospheric evening run through the historic centre of Haarlem, organised by Stichting SportSupport Kennemerland. On Friday 19 June 2026 the programme includes the 1 km Hero KidsRun, the 5 km and the 10 km. The start is on Papentorenvest next to De Koepel; for 2026 the finish is planned on Houtmarkt. Along the way runners pass canals, singels, the Spaarne and recognisable places in the city centre. The 10 km uses the 5 km loop twice, keeping the course clear and giving spectators several chances to support the runners. Music, city lights, closed roads and the after-run drinks near De Koepel give the event its typical Haarlem feel: serious enough for a fast time, but above all an evening where the city itself becomes part of the experience.