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 along Moskva-river embankments with views of world-famous landmarks of Moscow.
In 2026, half marathon race participants will enjoy an updated route of the Moscow Half Marathon. The start and finish of the race will be in different places. The half marathon distance starts on Kosygina street near University Square and ends on the Luzhniki Street.
Participants will enjoy views of some of Moscow’s most iconic landmarks, including Lomonosov Moscow State University, the Kremlin, Saint Basil’s Cathedral, the Crimean Bridge, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, and the Peter the Great Monument.
Attention! The route may be changed.
Moscow Half Marathon is a member of the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS). Course of the 21.2 km race has been certified by AIMS since 2013. The course of the Moscow Half Marathon in 2026 are measured by Sergey Korneev, an AIMS Course Measurer (cat. B).
| Friday, April 24 | ||
| 10:00–21:00 |
Registration and bib number pick-up for registered participants of the 5 km and 21.1 km races, and Kids Run. Marathon Exhibition and Running Community brand store are open. | |
| Saturday, April 25 | ||
| 10:00–20:00 |
Registration and bib number pick-up for registered participants of the 5 km and 21.1 km races, and Kids Run. Marathon Exhibition and Running Community brand store are open. | |
| 13:30 | Changing tents and children’s entertainment area are available for participants of the Kids Run. | |
| 15:00–17:30 | Kids Run. | |
| Sunday, April 26 | ||
| 07:00 |
Start area opens near the Lomonosov Moscow State University (University Square) for 21.1 km runners. | |
| 07:00 | Finish area opens. Changing tents and baggage storage facilities are available for runners inside the Luzhniki Olympic Complex. |
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| 09:00 | Start of the 21.1 km race – elite runners (Vorobyovskaya Embankment). | |
| 09:02 |
Start of the 21.1 km race, corporate and student relays (Kosygina Street). | |
| 10:00 |
Start area closes near the Lomonosov Moscow State University (University Square) for 21.1 km runners. | |
| 11:15-12:15 | Award ceremony for winners and prize-winners in the overall classification of the 21.1 km race, as well as for the team standings in the corporate and student relays. | |
| 12:55 | The finish line of the 21.1 km race closes. |
The Moscow Half Marathon is committed to the principles of clean sport and strives to provide a fair and healthy competitive environment for all participants.
Since 2017, the Moscow Half Marathon has partnered with the RUSADA Russian Anti-Doping Agency to support safe, fair, and doping-free competition.
Anti-doping rules apply to all participants. Any runner may be subject to testing after finishing the race. As part of standard procedure, athletes placing in the top positions may be selected for testing. Violations of anti-doping rules may result in disqualification and additional sanctions in accordance with national anti-doping regulations.
In addition to testing, the Moscow Half Marathon works together with RUSADA to promote anti-doping education among amateur runners.
To register for the Moscow Half Marathon, you must complete the online application form and pay the entry fee on the Running Community website. Please make sure you enter your personal data according to your ID. Otherwise, you will not be able to pick up your participant packet and a bib number. After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email. Please note that payment confirmation may take anywhere from a few hours up to 24 hours.
To qualify for the corral A, you must provide proof of performance (qualification). Please attach a link to the official race results (electronic timing protocol) from an event held after April 1, 2024, showing a 21.1 km finish time of 1:23:00 or faster, or showing a 10 km finish time of 0:37:00 or faster. If you would like to pay for more than 10 entries on behalf of a company, please contact: corp@runc.run.
For Russian citizens
Bib numbers with participant's name are available only for the first registration period (till 19.03.2026). Participants who register between 07.04.2026 and 25.04.2026 (including April 25) will receive a bib number without their name printed on it.
Discounted entry fees are available for juniors under 21, men aged 60 and older, and women aged 55 and older (Russian citizens only):
Bib numbers with participant's name are available only for the first registration period (till 19.03.2026). Participants who register between 07.04.2026 and 25.04.2026 (including April 25) will receive a bib number without their name printed on it.
For foreign citizens
Bib numbers with participant's name are available only for the first registration period (till 19.03.2026). Participants who register between 07.04.2026 and 25.04.2026 (including April 25) will receive a bib number without their name printed on it.
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10% discount with SBP payment. Rules. |
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VIP Service for participants
The VIP package for Moscow Half Marathon participants is a set of premium services designed to provide maximum comfort in the finish area:
The VIP package can be selected during race registration on the Running Community website.
Cost: 30,000 RUB
VIP Service for spectators
The VIP package for spectators of the Moscow Half Marathon offers comfort and convenience for your favorite supporter waiting at the finish line:
The VIP spectator package can be selected during race registration on the Running Community website.
Cost: 15,000 RUB. Children under 12 enter free (up to two children per adult)
Registration for the elite category in the 21.1 km race is available only after a successful qualification process.
In order to qualify, an athlete or his/her official representative must submit an application between February 19, 2026, and March 19, 2026, by emailing elite@runc.run, along with verified race results that meet the qualifying times. Only results from races held after January 1, 2024, will be considered.
Qualifying times for entry into the elite category for the 21.1 km race are:
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The square near the Lukoil Arena
Moscow, Volokolamskoe highway, Building 69 (Spartak metro station)
Friday, April 24
10:00 – 21:00
Saturday, April 25
10:00 – 20:00
The bib number pick-up will not be available on the race day.
Optionally:
The official Moscow Half Marathon race T-shirt has been developed in collaboration with our Insanity sports partner.
Made from durable performance fabric, the T-shirt is resistant to snags and wear. The DRYTOUCH fibers maintain their shape over time, effectively absorb moisture, and wick it away to keep you dry and comfortable. The fabric feels soft against the skin, while the T-shirt itself is lightweight and barely noticeable during your run. Its clean, minimalist design is inspired by iconic views of Moscow, while the signature race color reflects the fresh tones of the spring sky.
In person
Please come to the bib number pick-up on April 24, from 10.00 to 21.00, or April 25, from 10.00 to 20.00. You must present the following documents:
Your medical certificate will be retained in exchange for your race bib number and will not be returned after the event. A copy is accepted only if you also present the original document.
By authorization
If you are unable to pick up your bib in person, a friend or a family member (authorized representative) may do so on your behalf. The authorized representative must come on April 24, from 10.00 to 21.00, or April 25, from 10.00 to 20.00 for a bib number pick-up and present the following documents:
The authorization letter does not allow the authorized representative to participate in the race using your bib. Bib transfer is strictly prohibited. Any participant running under another person’s bib number will be disqualified.
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 1 year prior to the race.
Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.
The start area is located near the Lomonosov Moscow State University (University Square) and on Kosygina Street.
Take the Vorobyovy Gory or Universitet metro station, Red line (1).
From Vorobyovy Gory station, follow the exit toward Vorobyovskaya Embankment and Kosygina Street.
You can also reach the start area of the 21.1 km race and relays from Lomonosovsky Prospekt station (Exit 5). This option is convenient if you plan to go directly to the start area.
There are no changing facilities or baggage storage services at the start area. Bag transfer from the start area to the finish area is not available. If you plan to use baggage storage on race day, please go directly to the finish area at Luzhniki Olympic Complex. It is available on race day only – Sunday, April 26.
If you plan to use baggage storage at Luzhniki Olympic Complex, we recommend arriving via:
Luzhniki MCC station or Sportivnaya metro station. Please follow signs and volunteer directions to get from the baggage storage in the finish area to the start corrals on Kosygina Street.
The finish area is located at the Luzhniki Olympic Complex.
Recommended stations: Vorobyovy Gory (Line 1), Sportivnaya (Line 1), Luzhniki (MCC Line 14).
Directions:
From Sportivnaya or Luzhniki: follow signs to the main entrance of Luzhniki.
From Vorobyovy Gory: exit toward Luzhniki and follow event signs.
Please use metro or MCC. It’s the fastest and the most convenient way to get to the start and finish area. We do not recommend coming by public transport or by car: the streets are blocked, the stops are far away, and there are no parking spots available.
Plan your route and extra travel time. Please take into account possible delays and queues due to the number of participants. Arrive 1.5 hours before the start if you don’t want to ruin the experience with haste and being late.
Entrance to the start and finish area
The start area is open to runners only from 07.00.
The finish area is open to runners and spectators from 07.00.
Please note that spectators are not allowed in the Half Marathon start area. You can support runners along the course and meet them at the finish area.
Prohibited items:
Large-item storage is available only at the finish area, near the entrance pavilions by: Sportivnaya (Entrance Pavilion 1C) and Vorobyovy Gory.
Animals/pets, bicycles or scooters are not allowed in the area. You may leave bicycles and scooters at the designated parking area near Luzhniki Olympic Complex.
Baggage storage and changing tents is located only in the finish area at the Olympic Sports Complex.
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 are located in the start and finish areas and at each refreshment station.
Please use the toilets beforehand. The biggest lines to toilets form 20 minutes before the start.
09.00 – Start of the 21.1 km race for elite runners on Vorobyovskaya Embankment
09.02 – Start of the 21.1 km race, corporate and student relays on Kosygina Street
The race starts will be staged with short intervals between corrals:
The start of each race is divided into corrals. Your corral is indicated on your bib number. Look for the letter navigation signs in the start area to get into your corral. You can start only from the corral that is indicated on your race bib, or from a later one. We will have to cancel the result of a runner who started racing from an earlier corral. Follow the judges’ instructions. Only runners with official 2026 Moscow Half Marathon bibs are allowed to start corrals.
Your individual time will only start counting after you cross the starting line.
Please be careful with other runners. In order to hear warnings from other runners and judges, we kindly ask you to run without any headphones.
No scooters, roller skates, skateboards or any other wheeled vehicles are allowed to use. Participation with animals/pets or children sitting in strollers is strongly prohibited.
Pacemakers are half marathon runners who will run at a set pace and finish with the estimated result. They will help you along the race. They will be carrying flags indicating the finish times they are pacing for and can also be recognized by their T-shirts.
The pacemaker target times:
At the course there will be six drinks and food stations.
Food stations
Food stations provide drinking water and sports drinks in cups, fruits and wet sponges. They are located approximately at 9.2 km and 15.1 km.
Drinks stations
Drinks stations provide drinking water in cups and wet sponges. They are located approximately at 3.2 km, 6.8 km, 12.9 km, 18.2 km.
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 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.
In case of emergency, please contact volunteers or judges, draw attention of others and call for medical assistance by calling the organizers’ hotline 8-800-777-12-04.
Please mention you are a marathon runner on the call and remember the following “W”s in case of emergency:
Wait for any other questions
Time limit for the half marathon course is 3 hours.
Your individual time will be registered once you cross the finish line.
Please do not remain standing on the finish line. Walk slowly towards it. You will receive your medal and drinking water there, as well as fruit and a foil blanket.
If you or other runners are feeling unwell, please ask doctors, volunteers or any other personnel for medical aid.
The results will be measured by the chip timing system, judges and a video tracking system.
Your individual result will be calculated when you cross the start and finish lines. The timing chip is attached to your bib. Do not bend or fold it, do not keep the bib next to any magnets – it may damage the timing chip.
Preliminary results will be available on results.runc.run during the race. Time will be measured at 5 km, 10 km, 15 km, and 20 km. Your friends and family will be able to see where you have already checked in and what time you have finished. Enter the participant’s bib number or the last name to find this information.
Upon finishing the race, you will receive a text message and an email with your preliminary result. Preliminary and final results will be available on the results.runc.run website.
If your result is inaccurate or is missing, send a request to protest@runc.run. Specify your full name, your bib number, distance, the issue itself in the email and attach files that could help. Claims are accepted only from participants or from their official representatives from 12.00, April 27, 2026 till 17.00, May 14, 2026.
Overall standings
In the Half Marathon (21.1 km race), awards are presented to the top 6 men and women in the overall standings.
National standings
In the Half Marathon (21.1 km race), awards are presented to the top 3 men and women in the national standings.
Age group categories
In the Half Marathon (21.1 km race), awards are presented to the top 3 men and women in each age group: Men: 18–19, 20–22, 23–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80+. Women: 18–19, 20–22, 23–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80+.
Prize money for 21.1 km race participants (the amount is stated in rubles and includes personal income tax)
Overall ranking (men and women):
National ranking (men and women):
Prize money for individual achievements:
The Corporate relay will take place on April 26, 2026, on the main Moscow Half Marathon course (21.1 km).
For full details, please visit the Running Community Relay website.
The Open student relay will take place on April 26, 2026, on the main Moscow Half Marathon course (21.1 km).
For full details, please visit the Student Relay website.
The Kids Run will take place on April 25, 2026, the first day of the Moscow Half Marathon, at Luzhniki Olympic Complex.
Children aged 4 to 13 are welcome to participate. Depending on their age group, participants will run distances of 400 m or 800 m.
For full details, please visit the Kids Run website.
List of the 2026 Moscow Half Marathon Elite Atheletes (21.04.2026).
Cheer for your loved ones, friends, or even complete strangers at the start and finish area or along the course! We’ll make sure you have everything you need.
Come to the Moscow Half Marathon Sports Exhibition, held from April 24 to 25, to pick up fan gear, make a poster with a professional artist, and then head out on a race day to support runners on the race day!
On a race day, you can follow your runners in real time. Visit results.runc.run, select the Moscow Half Marathon, and enter the runner’s bib number or his/her last name in the search field.
During the Sports exhibition, you can get free noise-makers: clappers, rattles and make a personalized poster.
We’ve marked cheer zones along the course on a special fan map to help guide runners and spectators during the Moscow Half Marathon.
Here you’ll find music spots, running club stations, and partner areas. Join any of them: the more, the merrier!
Tens of thousands of runners take part in the half marathon, so it's essential to follow some simple rules for everyone's safety. In this section, you can learn about what is not recommended or strictly prohibited. These rules are really important. Please, read them carefully:
We respect the daily life of local residents. In certain areas along the course, noise levels must remain within specified limits. Please refer to the designated noise control map and avoid using loud music or sound equipment in areas where it may disturb residents, especially early on Sunday morning.
We kindly ask that you follow any instructions or guidance from event organizers and city authorities.
Join the stream in the official Running Community Telegram channel. Enjoy exclusive photos and videos from the course, along with detailed updates and behind-the-scenes coverage. It’s going to be exciting!
The live broadcast of the 2026 Moscow Half Marathon
Anyone aged 14 and older can become a Running Community volunteer. Our team brings together people from all walks of life — teenagers and senior volunteers, company executives and students. Everyone is welcome!
Volunteering at Running Community events — from indoor races to the Moscow Marathon and other major running events across Russia — is more than just helping out. It’s a valuable experience and a chance to see how large-scale events come to life. You’ll also meet like-minded people and make new friends.
What do volunteers do?
Volunteers are involved both on race days and in the days leading up to the event. They support the organizing team in various areas, including race packet distribution, Sports Expo, sports operations, PR and media, event production and other departments.
What do volunteers get?
We make sure our volunteers feel supported and well-prepared. They have briefings and training, comfortable working conditions, access to a dedicated volunteer area, meals during their shift, and a necessary equipment. And of course, a thank-you gift at the end of the event.
If you want to join our volunteer team, reach us by email team@services.runc.run.
Participants and guests of the Moscow Half Marathon can enjoy a special offer using the promo code MOSMAR26 — receive 20–25% off the best available rate across all room categories. Please note that the payment can be made at the hotel upon arrival. The promo code is valid until April 17, 2026. Stay dates available under the offer: April 24–29, 2026.
For prepaid bookings, a full refund is available if the reservation is cancelled at least 24 hours before arrival. If the booking is cancelled on the day of arrival or in case of a no-show, the cost of the first night will be charged.
AZIMUT City Hotel Smolenskaya is the official hotel partner of the Moscow Half marathon. The hotel once again becomes a gathering place for runners from all over the country. Special accommodation rates are available for half marathon participants, offering comfortable conditions for preparation, including a 24-hour fitness center on the 20th floor and a fitness menu.
AZIMUT City Hotel Smolenskaya Moscow is a place that has everything for a comfortable stay. The hotel features 474 SMART rooms, restaurants by renowned restaurateurs, a modern fitness center, SPA, a thermal bath complex, parking, and a convenient location in the center of Moscow.
AZIMUT City Hotel Tulskaya Moscow is becoming a hotel partner of the Moscow Half Marathon this year. Even more guests of the capital, including not only athletes but also spectators, will be able to choose from various options for a comfortable stay. Special accommodation rates are available for marathon participants and guests.
The hotel is housed in a historic 1897 building within the Danilovskaya Manufactory loft quarter. Offering a wide range of services for relaxation and preparation, guests can enjoy comfortable accommodations in 144 rooms of various categories, a well-equipped gym, and the European cuisine restaurant «Manufaktura».
In April 2026, AZIMUT Hotel Derbenevskaya Moscow will become part of the partner program for one of the largest running events in the country. This cozy and home-like hotel is located just a 10-minute walk from Paveletskaya metro station, in the Danilovsky business district. Only two minutes away lies the picturesque Moscow River embankment, providing the perfect setting for fresh air walks or training sessions.
Thanks to its quiet location, away from noisy streets and traffic, the hotel is an ideal place for both pre-race preparation and post-run recovery. Guests can enjoy comfortable stays in 122 rooms of various categories, dine at the international cuisine restaurant «Avenue», and take advantage of the fully equipped gym. Special accommodation rates apply for marathon participants.
AZIMUT City Hotel Olympic is one of the largest congress hotels in Moscow, offering 496 rooms ranging from Superior to Presidential Suites. The hotel provides a wide range of accommodation and services, catering to the needs of athletes during preparation and after the race.
Located in a modern district near the Olympic Sports Complex, the hotel ensures comfortable accommodations, taking into account the diverse needs of both guests and athletes. On-site facilities include several restaurants and bars, spacious conference halls, a fitness club with a swimming pool, a well-equipped gym, and a relaxing SPA zone. .
The official charity partner of the 2026 Moscow Half Marathon is Bolshe Chem Mozhesh Foundation.
Over 10 years, the foundation has helped people with disabilities lead active lifestyle and become amateur athletes regardless of their diagnoses. The foundation organizes regular general fitness and running sessions in seven cities across Russia. Its participants include people with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, musculoskeletal conditions, and other health conditions that often limit access to sports. The foundation also supports combat veterans, helping them regain an active lifestyle through movement.
Thanks to the support of volunteers, professional coaches, and rehabilitation specialists, participants who once couldn’t take a single step are now crossing finish lines at marathons and races.
You can contribute to advancing sports inclusion by visiting the special joint page of the Foundation and the Running Community.
For accreditation requests, media inquiries, or partnership opportunities, please reach out to our official press JMgroup agent.
Send the letter to all specified addresses at once.
Daria Zharkova
Email: d.zharkova@jmgroup.ru
Anastasia Poymanova
Email: a.poimanova@jmgroup.ru
Media accreditation is open until April 24, 2026, 18.00.
To apply, please send the following information: your full name, media outlet or blog name, contact phone number. Please include the name of the event in the subject line of your email. If the event takes place over two days, kindly indicate which day you plan to cover. If you are going to be working on both days, please specify both.
During the event, please adhere to the following rules:
Phone numbers
9:00-18:00 on weekdays (Moscow time)
| 8 800 777-12-04 (for domestic calls – Russia) |
| +7 495 481-22-04 (for other countries) |
| info@runc.run (general inquiries) |
| partner@runc.run (partnership) |
| shop@runc.run (brand store) |
| corp@runc.run (corporate clients) |
Postal address
| Luzhniki St., 24, building 39, room 15, office I |
| Moscow, Russia 119270 |
