Kitka - Ruka Mountain Bike Weekend 2025

This Summer’s New Thrill: The Ruka Rally Track is Now Open – Come and Find Out if YOU are KITKA's Ultimate Ruka Rally Driver!

The Kitka Ruka Rally, a timed gravity car race, takes place on Wednesday, July 23rd from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Each participant gets one timed run, and during the event, the track and gravity cars are reserved exclusively for Kitka competitors!

The Ruka Rally course is designed for non-motorized, gravity-powered mountain soapbox cars. The race starts at the top of Ruka Fell and runs all the way back down to the village – so first, hop on the Village Express chairlift to reach the starting point!

How to enter: Sign up at the Piste race office on Wednesday between 10:00 AM–12:00 PM or 4:00 PM–6:00 PM.
There’s no separate entry fee for the Ruka Rally race, but all participants must have either a valid Vauhti wristband or a single ride ticket for the gravity cars (€19).

Special offer for Kitka competitors: On Wednesday, July 23rd, Ruka is offering the Vauhti wristband for just €35 (regular price €69/adult)!
Wristbands are available only at the Kitka race office (located in the Piste Rental Shop – not at the Piste ticket counter). The wristband is valid for the entire day, so you can even get in some practice runs before the race. Please note: this special offer is valid only on July 23rd.

With the Vauhti wristband, you get unlimited access to the summer sled track, scenic lifts, zipline, minigolf, Bike Park, Ruka Coaster, and Ruka Rally gravity cars. You can also borrow frisbees for free for two disc golf courses, and enjoy discounts on the water park, bike rentals, and many other fun activities and services in the area.
 

The DH Race at Ruka – Round 3 of the Finnish Cup & the Finnish National Championship

The downhill (DH) race at Ruka is both the third round of the Finnish Cup and the event where the Finnish National Champion will be crowned. This year, the track returns to the Kelo side of the fell, promising riders a challenging mix of forest trails and rocky terrain.

The Kelo DH track has undergone moderate updates, enhancing the experience while staying true to its roots. Riders will also find an optional “chicken line”, providing an easier route around the fast and technical final drop.

Scroll down for the full event schedule.

On Thursday evening, don’t miss the Kitka After Ride Sauna at Base Eat & Heat sauna restaurant, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Book your spot in advance – the two-hour sauna session costs €19 per person.

More information: Suomi DH Cup 2025
Register by July 20th: Suomi DH Cup #3 Ruka

KITKA RUMBLE

A thrilling concept that puts both riders and bike choices to the test.

What’s the Rumble?

Kitka Rumble is a mountain biking pentathlon – five unique stages that challenge your speed, explosiveness, and craftiness across the fell. It’s a perfect fit for bike park, enduro, XC, and maybe even the boldest gravel riders.
All stages must be completed on the same bike, so it’s up to you to choose wisely – though enduro or XC bikes are the organizer’s recommended options.

What kind of stages?

Expect 4–8 special stages, with about 3 hours of riding time. You can repeat any stage as often as time allows.
The final course details will be revealed closer to the event, but you can count on a mix of Bike Park lines, technical sections, flow trails, flat sprints, and some classic hike-a-bike uphill & downhill pushing.

Categories:

• Men

• Women

• Juniors U17

• Juniors U13

• eMTB Men

• eMTB Women

Prizes?

Each category winner will be awarded. Plus, all participants have a chance to win raffle prizes.
Oh, and yes – floral dresses and Hawaiian shirts are totally acceptable over your pads!

No license required, but you’ll need a valid lift ticket to take part.

GET LOOSE

The Kitka weekend wraps up in style with the Send It jump session at the brand-new jump zone in Vuosseli. Watch fearless riders soar through Ruka’s skies in a showcase of flow, height, and style.
This year, it’s not about distance – it’s all about the style.

On the same Vuosseli arena, join in the return of the Fresh Cut Dual Slalom – a light-hearted and fun race down two nearly identical tracks, built specially for the event halfway down the Vuosseli slope, right by the jump zone.

Dual Slalom categories:

• Men

• Women

• Juniors U17

• Juniors U13

• eMTB Men

• eMTB Women

Get your name on the start list, bring your best banter, and let the friendly rivalries begin.

KITKA HOUSE PARTY at BAR IHKU (18+)

Wrap up an epic week of events, dust off your gear, and swap stories with old and new friends at the legendary Kitka House Party at Bar Ihku.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23

10:00 – 20:00 – Lifts open
10:00 – 12:00 – Race office open, Piste Rental Shop
16:00 – 18:00 – Race office open, Piste Rental Shop
18:00 – 20:00 – Kitka Warm Up – Ruka Rally Gravity Car Race, Village Express top station

THURSDAY, JULY 24

RACE OFFICE & LIFTS

10:00 – 20:00 – Lifts open
10:00 – 12:00 – Race office open, Piste Rental Shop
16:00 – 18:00 – Race office open, Piste Rental Shop

FINNISH DH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS & CUP ROUND #3

11:00 – 16:00 – DH open practice, Kelo & DH course

KITKA AFTER RIDE

18:00 – 20:00 – Kitka After Ride Sauna @ Base Eat & Heat sauna restaurant
(Reserve your spot in advance. Price: €19/person for a 2-hour sauna session)

FRIDAY, JULY 25

RACE OFFICE & LIFTS

09:00 – 10:00 – Race office open, Piste Rental Shop
10:00 – 20:00 – Lifts open

FINNISH DH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS & CUP ROUND #3

10:00 – 11:00 – Course walk (on foot), Kelo 6 DH course
11:00 – 12:00 – Official practice, Group 2
(U17 Women, U13 Men, U15 Men, U17 Men)
12:00 – 13:00 – Official practice, Group 1
(Elite, Men Open, Women Open, Men 35+, U19 Men)
13:00 – Rider briefing, finish area (Kelo parking lot)
13:30 – Time Trials
15:00 – Finals
18:00 – Awards Ceremony @ Ihku Terrace

Registration & Fees – Kitka Events

Registration for Kitka competitions (Rumble, Get Loose & Dual Slalom) is open at the race office during official opening hours.
Entry fee: €19 per person, which includes participation in both Rumble and Dual Slalom.
No separate entry fee is required for the Get Loose jump session.
A valid lift ticket is mandatory for all events.

Kitka Warm-Up – RUKA RALLY (Gravity Car Race)

There is no separate entry fee for the Ruka Rally gravity car race, but participants must register in person at the race office and have either a valid Vauhti wristband or a single ride ticket for gravity cars.

Special Vauhti Wristband Offer for Kitka Participants

Ruka offers a special Vauhti wristband for Kitka participants (Ruka Rally, Suomi DH, Kitka Rumble, Get Loose) for just €35 on Wednesday, July 23rd (normal price: €69).

This offer is available only at the Kitka race office, located in the Piste Rental Shop.
The wristband is valid for the entire day, so you can enjoy practice runs before your event.
Note: This offer is valid only on July 23rd and cannot be used on other days.

Suomi Cup DH & Finnish DH National Championships

Registration is handled through the official Suomi DH registration system.

Lift ticket discount for DH competitors: -20% off current lift ticket prices.
Discounted tickets are only available from the ticket counter at Piste Rental Shop.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: To be eligible for the discounted lift ticket, your name must appear on the official start list, which is submitted each morning to the ticket counter.
If you register on Thursday afternoon, you’ll only get the discount for Friday’s ticket.
To ensure cheaper lift tickets for both Thursday and Friday, we strongly recommend registering in advance.

ACCOMMODATION PACKAGES INCLUDE:

• Ski-Inn accommodation from Wednesday to Sunday, July 23–27
• A 3-day lift pass for each guest

• One free National Amusement Park wristband per booking

  The example price is valid for the stated number of guests. The final price will depend on the actual group size.

RukaSuites43

4 person total 539€, price per person 135€
3 person total 479€, price per person 160€

RukaSuites55

6 person total 727€, price per person 121€
4 person total 607€, price per person 152€

Aurinkorinne33

2 person total 379€, price per person 190€

RukaVillage30

2 person total 548€, price per person 274€
Note: This package includes breakfast for both guests at Scandic Kaltiokivi from Thursday to Sunday.

RukaVillage60

4 person total 676€, per person169€

Bookings: RukaBookingin myynti@ruka.fi

Each participant is responsible for their own insurance coverage. Please check with your insurance provider to ensure your policy covers participation in the event. The event organizer does not provide insurance for participants.

Registration is binding and personal. The participation fee will not be refunded if the participant is unable to attend the competition.

No license is required to participate in Kitka Rumble or Get Loose.
Any licenses and participation fees required for the Suomi DH Cup / Finnish DH Championships can be found on the official event organizers’ websites.

All competitors must have a valid lift ticket.