In July, the Arctic sun never sets.
The forests glow in soft golden light throughout the night, creating a surreal landscape where time seems to stand still. In this unique environment, horseback archers from around the world gather at Ranch Kuulas in Lapland to compete in the Midnight Sun Battle.
The competition spans three days and includes three classic horseback archery disciplines:
Raid
Tower
Hunt
Each discipline challenges riders in different ways. Speed and rhythm are essential in Raid, precision and timing define Tower, and adaptability becomes critical in the Hunt track.
Participants compete for the highest combined score across all disciplines, with the overall winner crowned the Midnight Sun Battle Champion.
The event is officially IHAA accredited, ensuring international competition standards and professional judging.
Ranch Kuulas provides a spectacular natural arena for the competition. Tracks run through open fields, forest paths and rolling hills, surrounded by the peaceful landscape of northern Finland.
Between competition rounds, riders and visitors can enjoy the ranch atmosphere, watch training sessions and connect with the global horseback archery community.
The Midnight Sun Battle is not only a competition — it is an experience that celebrates the spirit of horseback archery under the endless light of the Arctic summer.
- Horse rental: 50€ / day , one testing day + 3 competition days together 200€
- Competition fee: €150 (non-members) / €130 (members of Arctic Horseback Archery ry)
- Pre-Comptetition training camp 130€/day lead by Anni Jauhiainen
- Accommondation options
- Farmhouse 2pp 50€/person/night , 1pp 100€/night
- Glamping 40€/person/night
- Camping with own tent 5€/person/night
- Transfer from Rovaniemi airport / train station 40€/person
- Meal packages inc. breakfast, lunch, dinner price coming soon
- → All fees will be invoiced in advance
