About us
Who We Are
Janteloppet is Norway’s biggest ski festival, combining cross-country skiing for all levels with live music, afterski and festival energy. Founded by Petter Northug, Janteloppet was born on from a simple idea: the barrier to joining a Norwegian winter race should be low, and the party afterwards should be worth the trip.
What started as a single winter event has grown into a multi-event brand. Today Janteloppet attracts participants from across Norway and increasingly from abroad, bringing together beginners, recreational skiers and elite athletes in the same race with the same energy.
Our Events
Janteloppet - Winter Edition - SKI. PLAY. PARTY.
The flagship event takes place annually, at one of Europe’s most recognized cross-country skiing destinations. Participants choose between 10 km and 20 km, in classic or freestyle technique. The course features pump tracks, slalom sections and music stations that make it feel more like a festival on skis than a traditional race.
Janteburn & Afterburn
When the race is over, the real party starts. Janteburn Afterski runs from 13:00 to 20:00 with live artists, DJs and the signature “The Burn” moment where the Janteloven statue is set on fire. Previous performers include Matoma, Ylvis, Morgan Sulele, Ballinciaga, WESH and DJ Shany. From 23:00, Afterburn Afterparty takes over for those who aren’t done yet.
Janteloppet - Summer Edition - RUN. PLAY. PARTY.
Launching in August 2026 in Oslo, the Summer Edition is a 7 km run along Akerselva from Kubaparken to Frysja. At the finish line, participants can cool down with a swim in Brekkedammen, enjoy mocktails and snacks, and continue to the after-run party live DJ and live performances.
Our Mission
Janteloppet exists to make sport accessible and social. We believe events should be as much about the experience and community as about times and results. Our taglines are Ski. Play. Party. and Run. Play. Party. captures everything we stand for.
What Sets Us Apart
- For everyone: Beginners, recreational athletes and elite compete in the same race with the same energy.
- More than a race: Pump tracks, slalom, music stations and festival vibes make every kilometer an experience.
- The finish line isn’t the end: Afterski, live music and community, the best part happens after the race.
- Grassroots commitment: Through the Janteloppet Alliansen, we actively support local ski clubs and the grassroots of cross-country skiing in Norway and beyond.
Who Janteloppet Is For
- Friend groups looking for a shared experience that’s as social as it is sporty.
- Challengers who want to push their limits and test their fitness, at any level.
- Beginners stepping onto a start line for the first time - no stress, just fun.
- Families who want to share the experience together, at their own pace.
The Team
Janteloppet is run by a team based in Oslo, with big ambitions. Petter Northug created the concept but the true heroes are our participants, volunteers and partners.
Key Facts
- Distances: 10 km / 20 km (winter), 7 km (summer)
- Running since: 2023
- Participants: International, with representation from multiple nations
- Organization: Janteloppet AS (Org.nr 930 338 613 MVA)