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16 May 2021

Moscow Half Marathon

21.1 km

5 km

The largest half marathon in Russia. Join the major running event to run along Krymsky bridge, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, St. Basil's Cathedral and the Kremlin.

Due to the epidemiological situation and the recommendation of the regional authorities, we are forced to suspend preparations for the Moscow Half Marathon and cancel the race. The event will be postponed to an unspecified date. The sports exhibition and the distribution of starting packages will not take place.

We have worked for a long time to organize the race and we deeply regret that we could not fulfill our obligations. We apologize to everyone who waited with us for this start.

We are sincerely sorry that we disrupted your plans, and we realize that registering for the race is more than just a starting fee. It's motivation for training, months of preparation, and hopes for a successful finish.

We will inform registered participants about details and the new date of the event shortly.

The Moscow Half Marathon is the largest half marathon in Russia, and definitely the most spectacular one. You will have an unique opportunity to enjoy a picturesque route and admire the iconic views of Moscow.

Join the major running event to run 21.1 km or 5 km along Moskva-river embankments with views of world-famous landmarks, such as the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, St. Basil's Cathedral and the Kremlin.

For Participants

General Information

Route

Half Marathon course runs along Luzhnetskaya, Frunzenskaya, Prechistenskaya and Kremlevskaya embankments. Participants will enjoy views of "golden brain" - the building of the Presidium of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the Ministry of Defence building, Andreyevsky and Krimsky bridges, the Christ the Savior Cathedral, St. Basil's Cathedral and the Kremlin.

Schedule

		Friday, 14 May
11:00–21:00		Participant packet pick up.

		Saturday, 15 May
10:00–19:00		Participant packet pick up.

		Sunday, 16 May
07:00		Start area opening.
08:15		Start of 5 km.
09:00		Start of 21.1 km.
13:00		Finish line closes.

Anti-Doping Program

The Moscow Half Marathon is committed to the principles of pure sport and strives to create a healthy and fair competitive environment for its participants.

Since 2017, the Moscow Half Marathon has been collaborating with the RUSADA Russian Anti-Doping Agency to demonstrate its commitment to fair, safe and doping-free competitions.

Anti-doping rules apply to all participants. Every athlete can be tested after the finish. The standard practice provides for selective testing of sportsmen taking prize places. Anti-doping rules violation will cause disqualification and other consequences established by the All-Russian Anti-Doping Rules.

In addition to testing athletes, the Moscow Half Marathon, together with RUSADA, is working on anti-doping education for amateurs.

Educational materials on the RUSADA website:

• Harm from doping to spirit of sport
• Health Implications of Doping
• Risks and implications of consuming dietary and nutritional supplements
• Social implications of doping
• Consequences of anti-doping rules violations, sanctions

COVID-19 Safety Measures

To make the preparation of participant packages safe, we will take the following safety actions:

We will measure the body temperature of the personnel before the shift starts.
People with temperature above 37 degrees or signs of respiratory infections will not be allowed to work.
We will brief all personnel on measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection.
We will require personnel to wear masks and gloves while working.
We will ensure that personal protective equipment is replaced every 3 hours.
We will provide a 1.5 m distance between workplaces and place antiseptics on them.
We will ventilate the facility and disinfect surfaces every 2 hours.

To make the distribution of participant packages safe, we will take the following safety actions:

We will measure the body temperature of the personnel before the shift starts. People with temperature above 37 degrees or signs of respiratory infections will not be allowed to work.
We will brief all personnel on measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection.
We will place hand sanitizers within the event area.
We will require staff and volunteers involved in the issue of start numbers to wear masks, gloves and face screens. We will ensure that personal protective equipment is changed every 3 hours.
We will require contractor and partner personnel to wear masks and gloves.
We'll build open, ventilated tents.
We will disinfect the surfaces every 2 hours.
We will measure the body temperature of all visitors to the pavilion of distribution of participant packages. We will not allow people with temperature above 37 degrees or signs of respiratory infections to enter the pavilion.
We will require all visitors to wear a mask and gloves while visiting the pavilion of distribution of participant packages. We will include a face mask in the participant package.

To make the race day safe, we will take the following safety actions:

We will measure the body temperature of the personnel before the shift starts. People with temperature above 37 degrees or signs of respiratory infections will not be allowed to work.
We will measure the body temperature of all visitors to the start area. We will not allow people with temperature above 37 degrees or signs of respiratory infections to enter the start area.
We will brief all personnel on measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection.
We will require staff and volunteers to wear masks, gloves and face screens.
We will ensure that personal protective equipment is changed every 3 hours.
We will require all participants and spectators to wear face masks and gloves at the entrance to the start area.
We will place hand sanitizers within the start area.
We'll build open, ventilated changing tents.
We will disinfect surfaces every 2 hours.
We will organize a staged filling of start corrals with control of number of people and density.
At the finish line we will distribute bottled water, fruits in a bag and a medal in your hands. We will recommend that spectators refrain from visiting the start area.

All participants must follow safety procedures:

Participants must pass a body temperature measurement at the entrance to the race number distribution pavilion on Friday or Saturday and at the entrance to the start area on the race day.
Participants must wear face masks and gloves when visiting the race number distribution pavilion and when entering the start area on the race day.
Participants are advised to keep a distance of 1.5 m with other people, wear masks before the start and after the finish, disinfect their hands.
According to the measures provided by Rospotrebnadzor, participants are recommended to pass an COVID-19 polymerase chain reaction test (PCR) with the results obtained not earlier than two days before the race.

Registration

21.1 km
5 km
Relay

How to register for 21.1 km

Online registration is closed earlier because the entry limit is reached.

To register for Moscow Half Marathon, you must complete the online application form and pay the registration fee on Running Community website. During registration enter your personal data according to ID card. Otherwise you will not be able to pick-up your participant packet and bib number. After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email.

Additional registration will be open 13.05.2021-14.05.2021 online and 14.05.2021-15.05.2021 at the Sports Expo, if the entry limit is not reached.

For registration to the first corral qualification is required. Attach a link to the electronic protocol of the race, which took place after 01.06.2019, with your result faster 1:23:01 at half marathon or faster 0:37:00 at 10 km.

Registration requirements

• Participants must be 18 years or older on race day.
• All participants are required to pick up their own participant packet (bib number) on 14 May 11:00-21:00 or 15 May 10:00-19:00.
• All participants are required to show a government-issued photo ID and original medical certificate stating the participant has no contraindication to running in competition upon picking up their own participant packet.
• Registration fees are nonrefundable.

Registration fee

For Russian citizens
• if registered until 9 February — 1500 rubles.
• if registered from 10 February until 20 April — 2000 rubles.

For juniors under 21, men from 60 years of age and women from 55 years of age, there are discounts (Russian citizens only)
• if registered until 9 February — 750 rubles.
• if registered from 10 February until 20 April — 1000 rubles.

For foreign citizens
• if registered until 9 February — 2500 rubles.
• if registered from 10 February until 20 April — 3000 rubles.

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How to register for 5 km

Online registration is closed earlier because the entry limit is reached.

Additional registration will be open 13.05.2021-14.05.2021 online and 14.05.2021-15.05.2021 at the Sports Expo, if the entry limit is not reached.

For registration to the first corral qualification is required. Attach a link to the electronic protocol of the race, which took place after 01.06.2019, with your result faster 0:18:00 at 5 km.

Registration requirements

• Participants must be 14 years or older on race day.
• All participants are required to pick up their own participant packet (bib number) on 13 May 11:00-21:00 or 14 May 10:00-19:00.
• All participants are required to show a government-issued photo ID and original medical certificate stating the participant has no contraindication to running in competition upon picking up their own participant packet.
• Participants 14-17 years of age are required to show permission from a parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race while picking up their own participant packets.
• Registration fees are nonrefundable.

Registration fee

For Russian citizens
• if registered until 9 February — 1000 rubles.
• if registered from 10 February until 20 April — 1500 rubles.

For juniors under 21, men from 60 years of age and women from 55 years of age, there are discounts (Russian citizens only):
• if registered until 9 February — 500 rubles.
• if registered from 10 February until 20 April — 750 rubles.

For foreign citizens
• if registered until 9 February — 1500 rubles.
• if registered from 10 February until 20 April — 2000 rubles.

How to register for relay

Applications from the teams should be sent to the email relay@runc.run. The application and payment must be made by 20 April.

Registration requirements

• Participants must be 16 years or older on race day.
• Team must have at least one woman.
• Teams captain are required to pick up participant packets (bib numbers) for team on 13-14 May.
• The captain should pick up participant packets (bib numbers) for the whole team.
• The captain are required to show a government-issued photo IDs and original medical certificates stating the participant has no contraindication to running in competition upon picking up their own participant packet of all team members.

Registration fee

Registration fee for team — 95,000 rubles.

Payment must be made by bank transfer to the account of the organizer. The payer company must be a resident of Russia.

Packet Pick Up

21.1 km
5 km
Relay

Location & hours

Olympic complex "Luzhniki"

Friday, May 14
11:00 – 21:00

Saturday, May 15
10:00 – 19:00

Participant packets will not be available for pick up at start area.

Participant packet

• Bib number with timing chip and safety pins.
• Wristband and clothing bag for clothing drop off.
• Finisher medal.

Optionally:
• Running shirt ASICS with race design — 1290 rubles.

How to pick up participant packet

To pick-up participant packet you must present:

If you can’t pick-up your participant packet on 14-15 May, a friend or family member may serve as your proxy and pick up your race materials for you. Proxy must bring the following documents for person he/she is representing:

• The original letter of attorney for a third party to collect participant’s packet.
• Government-issued photo identity document.
• A copy of the participant’s identity document.
• Medical certificate stating the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition (medical certificate will not be returned, a photocopy of certificate is accepted upon presentation of the original).

The power of attorney does not entitle the authorized person to participate in the race with your number. The transfer of the number is prohibited by the rules of the competition. A participant with a another's number will be disqualified.

Medical certificate

Medical certificate must proof that the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition. Medical certificate must be valid in the athlete's country of residence, filled in, stamped and signed by a doctor, and comply with all the rules and regulations enforced in the athlete's country. The certificate must be issued less than 6 months prior to the race.

Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.

Medical Certificate Form

Location & hours

Olympic complex "Luzhniki"

Friday, May 14
11:00 – 21:00

Saturday, May 15
10:00 – 19:00

Participant packets will not be available for pick up at start area.

Participant packet

• Bib number with timing chip and safety pins.
• Wristband and clothing bag for clothing drop off.
• Finisher medal.

Optionally:
• Running shirt ASICS with race design — 1290 rubles.

How to pick up participant packet

To pick-up participant packet you must present:

• Government-issued photo identity document.
• Medical certificate stating the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition (medical certificate will not be returned, a photocopy of certificate is accepted upon presentation of the original).
• Participants 14-17 years of age must present permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race.

Medical certificate

Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.

Medical Certificate Form

Location & hours

Olympic complex "Luzhniki"

Friday, 31 July
11:00 – 21:00

Saturday, 1 August
10:00 – 17:00

Participant packets will not be available for pick up at start area.

Participant packet

• Bib number with timing chip and safety pins.
• Wristband and clothing bag for clothing drop off.
• Finisher medal.

How to pick up participant packet

The captain should pick up participant packets (bib numbers) for the whole team. The captain are required to show:

• His identity card.
• A copy of a government-issued photo ID of each team member.
• Original medical certificates stating the participant has no contraindication to running in competition of each team member.
• Power of attorney from the company to pick up team participant packets.
• Participants 16-17 years of age must present permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race.

Medical certificate

Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.

Medical Certificate Form

Race Day

21.1 km
5 km
Relay

Getting there

Start area is located near the Central alley of Luzhniki Olympic complex.

Please use metro. It’s the fastest and most convenient way to get to the start area. Arrive to Sportivnaya or Vorobyovy Gory metro stations, Red line (1) or Luzhniki station, MCC (14).

Changing tents

For your convenience, male and female changing tents are available in the start area.

Please do not leave your items unattended.

Baggage storage

Baggage storage is located in the start area.

For bag drop-off please use wristband and sticker with number, which you received with your bib number. Put the sticker on the bag and tie a wristband with the same number around your wrist.

Do not put any valuable or fragile items in your bag. We recommend you to keep your valuables, such as hotel card, mobile phone with you or with friends or family. The organisers are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.

Toilets

Toilets are located in the start area and at each refreshment station. Please use the toilets beforehand. The biggest lines to toilets are just before the start.

Start

The race starts at 9:00.

The start will be divided into blocks according to the submitted estimated personal times.

A letter of your start corral is indicated on race number. Look for the corresponding letter signs to get into your corral. Runners are allowed only with the race number. Runners who are assigned to different corrals but wish to start together may do so by going to the slower corral.

Race officials will make multilingual announcements when it’s time for runners to line up in the corrals. Please follow the instructions of the race officials.

The race will start in waves. Your net running time will start to be recorded when you cross the start line. Please follow directions from race officials and volunteers at all times for a safe and orderly start to the race.

Please mind your fellow runners when you change lanes, spit, or approach a refreshment stand. Please take care not to endanger others or yourself. In order to be able to hear your fellow runners of volunteers we ask you to run without music headphones. Doing so you also won’t miss any cheers from the spectators.

No animals or wheeled vehicles/devices of any kind are allowed on the course. No wheeled vehicles are allowed to accompany the runners along the course. Anyone who disregards this rule will be disqualifed and removed from the course.

Pacemakers

Pacemakers help others achieve their performance goals. They will be carrying flags and can be identified by their t-shirts with the following times indicated.

Drinks and food stations

At the course there will be six drinks and food stations: 3.0 km, 6.3 km, 8.4 km, 12.7 km, 14,6 km, 17.6 km.

Food stations
Where: 6.3 km and 14.6 km.
The food stations will contain drinking water, isotonic, bananas and gels SiS.

Drinks stations
Where: 3.0 km, 8.4 km, 12.7 km, 17.6 km.
The drinks stations will contain drinking water and water containers with sponges.

Please throw the empty cups to the bins provided or to the side of the road – do not drop them on the road in front of you where they can be hazardous to runners behind you.

Locations are subject to change.

Medical aid

Medical aid will be located at the start/finish area and along the course. Please do not hesitate to contact any medical personnel if you are having difficulties – we appreciate you doing so.

Finish

Your net time will be registered once your cross the finish line.

Please do not remain standing on the finish line, but continue walk slowly to the end of the finish area. After the finish you will recieve drinking water.

If you are feeling unwell, please ask for the medical aid straight away.

Results

Your result will be measured with Chronotrack timing system, judges at the finish and the video registration system.

Your net running time will be recorded when you cross the start and finish lines. The timing chip is on your race number. Please put your race number on the chest. Do not bend, crumple or fold it, do not keep the race number next to any magnets – it may damage the chip resulting in the loss of your personal result.

Within a few hours after the last runner finish you will receive a text message and email with your draft result. The results list will be available online at this website.

Awarding

Overall

Men and women who place 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th will receive awards.

Age-group awards

Participants of the full marathon will be grouped in the following male and female age groups: 18-19, 20-22, 23-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 80 and over. Men and women who place 1st, 2nd or 3rd within their age groups will receive awards. If you won in the age category, you will be contacted after October 3 to clarify the delivery address of the prize.

Getting there

Start area is located near the Central alley of Luzhniki Olympic complex.

Please use metro. It’s the fastest and most convenient way to get to the start area. Arrive to Sportivnaya or Vorobyovy Gory metro stations, Red line (1) or Luzhniki station, MCC (14).

Changing tents

For your convenience, male and female changing tents are available in the start area.

Please do not leave your items unattended.

Baggage storage

Baggage storage is located in the start area.

For bag drop-off please use wristband and sticker with number, which you received with your bib number. Put the sticker on the bag and tie a wristband with the same number around your wrist.

Toilets

Toilets are located in the start area and at each refreshment station. Please use the toilets beforehand. The biggest lines to toilets are just before the start.

Start

The race starts at 8:15.

The start will be divided into blocks according to the submitted estimated personal times.

Race officials will make multilingual announcements when it’s time for runners to line up in the corrals. Please follow the instructions of the race officials.

Medical aid

Medical aid will be located at the start/finish area and along the course. Please do not hesitate to contact any medical personnel if you are having difficulties – we appreciate you doing so.

Finish

Your net time will be registered once your cross the finish line.

Please do not remain standing on the finish line, but continue walk slowly to the end of the finish area. After the finish you will receive drinking water.

If you are feeling unwell, please ask for the medical aid straight away.

Results

Your result will be measured with Chronotrack timing system, judges at the finish and the video registration system.

Within a few hours after the last runner finish you will receive a text message and email with your draft result. The results list will be available online at this website.

Awarding

Participants will compete in overall classification. Men and women who place 1–3 will receive awards. There are no awards in the age groups.

Start

The corporate relay race will start at 9:00.

Detailed information will be sent to the team captains before the race.

Results

Team result will be measured with Chronotrack timing system, judges at the finish and the video registration system.

Team net running time will be recorded when runners cross the start line, leg change area and finish line.

Within a few hours after the last runner finish you will receive a text message and email with your draft result. The results list will be available online at this website.

Awarding

Teams that place 1st, 2nd or 3rd will receive awards.

Amenities

Hotel

AZIMUT Hotel Smolenskaya Moscow, the official hotel of the Moscow Half Marathon, offers special prices for those who want to be in the center of pre-competition events.

The business-class hotel is located on Smolenskaya Square, near Arbat Street and Red Square, with panoramic views of Moscow and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Elite athletes participating in the Moscow Half Marathon will be staying in the AZIMUT Hotel Smolenskaya Moscow; briefings of the team and other official events will be held there.

Special prices for participants are available if they use promo code MOSHALF21 on the website of the hotel azimuthotels.com. The offer is valid if rooms are available.

To receive visa support, write a message to this e-mail address: reservations.moscow@azimuthotels.com.

VIP Service

Make the race day even more memorable. Get an exceptional experience of participating in the Moscow Half Marathon and spend time with friends and family at the race with special comfort.

Participant package includes:
• Dedicated parking on the race day.
• Access to the VIP tent with a lunch buffet.
• Access to VIP tent with changing rooms, luggage storage and stretch space.
• Dedicated restrooms.
• Quick exit after the finish line.
• Wellness massage.
• Access to the VIP grandstand at the start/finish line.
• Personal photos from the race (if available).
• Personal video from the race (if available).
• Package does not include race registration.

Spectator package includes:
• Dedicated parking on the race day.
• Access to the VIP tent with a lunch buffet.
• Access to the VIP grandstand at the start/finish line.

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For Spectators

Where to Cheer

If you've ever run races, you know how crowd support can immensely boost runners’ spirits. Please don’t be shy to encourage passing runners even if you don’t know them.

Note: there are some extra security measures introduced for both runners and spectators. Personal belongings may be searched and some roads access may be restricted. Thanks for understanding.

At the Moscow Half Marathon spectators will have access to the race start and finish areas on race day. Spectators will be able to escort runners to the start waves and greet them near the finish line.

For Volunteers

Register to Volunteer

If you want to join our volunteer team, reach us by email volunteer@runc.run.

Charity

Life Line Charity Foundation

The Life Line Charity Foundation has become the charity partner of the Running Community. Now, when registering for our races you can make a donation for this foundation and help children.

The Life Line Charity Foundation provides support to ill children, who suffer from life threatening diseases. This charity funds medical equipment acquisition, high tech surgeries and medical research. Over the past 17 years the Foundation has provided targeted support to more than 11,600 children.

One of Life Line’s work directions is endoprosthesis in the treatment of sarcoma (bone tumors). For a long time it was considered that amputation is the only effective method of treatment of bone cancer. However, at the moment specialized treatment using insertion of high tech prosthesis allows children to keep their limbs and return to normal life. A single endoprosthesis costs Rub 2.5mln — an insurmountable sum of money for the majority of families in Russia. Together we can accumulate necessary funds to save children with bone tumors. Each donation is valuable!

Make a donation on the Life Line Charity Foundation website.