Blodomloppet (Umeå)

Blodomloppet in Umeå is a recreational event held to raise awareness of the life-saving importance of blood donation and promote a healthy lifestyle. Participants can walk, jog or run 5 or 10 kilometres in central Umeå, starting and finishing at Skeppsbron. It is a social and inclusive activity, with participants often signing up in teams and ending the event with a shared picnic. Blodomloppet is an important campaign to recruit new blood donors and has a strong tradition in Västerbotten, with more than 1,400 participants. Children can also take part in Lilla Blodomloppet, making the event family-friendly.

Teams of at least 5 people receive a picnic bag when they register. The deadline for team registration with a picnic bag is 18 May. Running evenings are held ahead of the event to inspire and include runners of all levels. Blood donors receive a 40 kr discount per person on the entry fee. Registration changes are free until 21 May; after that, changes require an in-person visit and cost 50 kr. The event includes preparatory running evenings, team registration and options for businesses, and a focus on promoting a healthy lifestyle and blood donation.