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Wife Carrying World Championships 2027
The silliest, most joyful 253 metres of your life.
Sonkajärvi (Sports Field, Kuntotie 4), Finland Saturday 3 July 2027
Why you might love it
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A genuinely unique world championship that anyone can enter. It's short, hilarious and unforgettable.
Who this suits
Couples and friends (carrier 18+, carried person 17+ and at least 49 kg) looking for a fun story.
Getting ready
Preparation
The original wife-carrying world championships in Sonkajärvi, Finland: carry your partner over a 253.5 m track with two dry obstacles and a waist-deep water pit, as part of a summer weekend festival.
In your Race Year
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