Test yourself and your running strength the day before the Moscow Half Marathon, the largest half marathon in Russia. Come to the start of the 5 km distance on April 25, 2026.
Общая информация
25 April - 26 April 2026
Moscow Half Marathon 5 km
5 km
Start your race. You've been preparing for this for months — don’t forget that. You are concentrated. Your inner voice keeps you focused and reminds you of your goal. Listen to it. Run.
For Participants
General Information
Route
In 2026, participants will run an updated 5 km course. The race will start and finish near Lomonosov Moscow State University (University Square). The route will go along Kosygina Street.
Please note: the course may change!
Schedule
| 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 Sports Exhibition and Running Community brand store are open. | |
| Saturday, April 25 | ||
| 08:00 | Start and finish area opens at Lomonosov Moscow State University (University Square). Changing and baggage storage facilities open for 5 km runners. |
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| 10:00 | Start of the 5 km race. | |
| 10:50 | Award ceremony for the top finishers (overall standings) of the 5 km race. | |
| 11:30 | The finish line of the 5 km race closes. |
Anti-Doping Program
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.
Registration
- 5 km
Registration requirements
- Participants must be 14 years or older on registration day and race day to take part in the race.
- Bib number pick-up is organized on Friday, April 24, from 10.00 to 21.00. Please note that the bib number pick-up will not be available on the race day.
- To pick up a bib, participants must present a valid ID a medical certificate (see requirements). Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.
- Participants aged 14–17 must also provide written parental or guardian consent to take part in the race.
- Participants with disabilities must also present official documentation confirming their status.
- Combat veterans must also present a valid veteran ID.
- Entry fees are non-refundable, and registration cannot be cancelled once completed.
How to register for 5 km
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 first corral, 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 5 km finish time of 0:18:00 or faster.
If you would like to pay for more than 10 entries on behalf of a company, please contact: corp@runc.run.
Registration fee
For Russian citizens
- if registered from 19.02.2026 to 19.03.2026 — 3000 rubles
- if registered from 07.04.2026 to 22.04.2026 — 3000 rubles
- if registered from 23.04.2026 to 24.04.2026 — 4000 rubles
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 24.04.2026 (including April 24) 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):
- if registered from 19.02.2026 to 19.03.2026 — 1500 rubles
- if registered from 07.04.2026 to 22.04.2026 — 1500 rubles
- if registered from 23.04.2026 to 24.04.2026 — 2000 rubles
Free registration is available for athletes with disabilities and combat veterans (applicable to Russian citizens only; places for athletes with disabilities are limited).
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 24.04.2026 (including April 24) will receive a bib number without their name printed on it.
For foreign citizens
- if registered from 19.02.2026 to 19.03.2026 — 3500 rubles
- if registered from 07.04.2026 to 22.04.2026 — 3500 rubles
- if registered from 23.04.2026 to 24.04.2026 — 4500 rubles
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 24.04.2026 (including April 24) 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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Страхование от партнёра события — «Сбербанк Страхование Жизни». |
Additionally
Complimentary insurance coverage from Sberbank Life Insurance
Focus on your performance and enjoy the race experience. During registration, you can opt in to a complimentary insurance policy provided by the event’s partner, Sberbank Life Insurance.
All participants aged 18 to 65 who accept the insurance terms during registration will be automatically covered for the duration of the race. This means you’ll be protected while on the course — so you can stay fully focused on your run.
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Packet Pick Up
- 5 km
Location & hours
The square near the Lukoil Arena
Moscow, Volokolamskoe highway, Building 69 (Spartak metro station)
Friday, April 24
10:00 – 21:00
The bib number pick-up will not be available on the race day.
Participant packet
- Bib number with timing chip and safety pins
- Wristband and clothing bag for clothing drop off
- Finisher medal
Optionally:
- Running shirt insanity with race design — 3500 rubles
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.
How to pick up participant packet
In person
Please come to the race packet pick-up on April 24, from 10.00 to 21.00. You must present the following documents:
- A valid ID
- Original medical certificate (see requirements)
- Participants aged 14–17 must also provide written parental or guardian consent to take part in the race
- Additional required documents for participants with disabilities: an official document confirming disability
- Additional required documents for combat veterans: a combat veteran ID.
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 race packet 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 for a race packet pick-up and present the following documents:
- Original authorization letter (no notarization required; the document will be retained)
- Their own ID
- A copy of your ID
- Your original medical certificate (see requirements)
- Additional required documents for participants aged 14–17: parental or guardian consent to take part in the race
- Additional required documents for participants with disabilities: an official document confirming disability
- If a participant with a disability is accompanied by a guide/assistant, the guide must also provide his\her ID and a valid medical certificate in the required format
- Additional required documents for combat veterans: a combat veteran ID.
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
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.
Race Day
- 5 km
How to get to the venue
Start and finish area is located at Lomonosov Moscow State University (University Square).
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.
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 and finish area from Lomonosovsky Prospekt station (Exit 5).
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 and finish area opens at 08.00 only for runners.
Please note that spectators are not allowed inside the 5 km start and finish area. Friends and family are welcome to support runners along the course.
Prohibited items:
- weapons, knives or sharp objects;
- fireworks or explosives;
- alcoholic beverages;
- drinks and other items in glass or metal containers;
- flag poles;
- large bags, packages and suitcases.
Animals/pets, bicycles or scooters are not allowed in the area.
Changing tents
Men’s and women’s changing tents are located in the start and finish area.
If possible, come in sportswear in advance to save your time. Do not leave your belongings unattended.
Baggage storage
Baggage storage is located in the start-finish 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. After the race, show your wristband to collect your belongings.
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 and finish area.
Please use toilets beforehand. The biggest lines to toilets form 20 minutes before the start.
Start
The race starts at 10:00.
The start will be divided into blocks according to the submitted estimated personal times:
- 10:00 — corral A start
- 10:02 — corral В start
- 10:08— corral С start
- 10:16 — corral D start
- 10:24 — corral E start
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 clusters.
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.
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.
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:
- Where did it happen?
- What happened?
- Who is injured?
- Who is calling?
Wait for any other questions
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 chip 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.
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.
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.
Prizes
Prize money for 5 km race participants (the amount is stated in rubles and includes personal income tax)
Overall standings (men and women):
- 1st place – 50 000 rubles
- 2nd place – 35 000 rubles
- 3rd place – 20 000 rubles
Relay Races
Сorporate Relay
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.
Student Relay
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.
Kids Run
General Information
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.
For Spectators
About the Spectator program
General information
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.
Fan gear
During the Sports Expo, you can get free noise-makers: clappers, rattles and make a personalized poster.
Support along the course
Fan map
We’ve marked cheer zones along the course on a special fan map to help guide runners and spectators during the 5 km distance of the Moscow Half Marathon. Join any of them: the more, the merrier!
Important guidelines
In this section, you can learn about what is not recommended or strictly prohibited. These rules are really important. Please, read them carefully:
- Do not set up tents or arches on your own. Please, contact us if you want to install any structures.
- Do not use pyrotechnics, smoke bombs, or any items that could harm participants or others nearby. Instead, use cheering gear like rattles, clappers, whistles, and pom-poms.
- Do not hand out water or food to runners: official refreshment stations are available along the course.
- Do not enter the course: this disrupts the flow of the race. Only cross the route where permitted. Ask race staff for assistance.
- Do not interfere with participants. If a runner needs medical attention, please alert a race official or a volunteer immediately.
For Volunteers
Running Community's Volunteers
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.
Register to Volunteer
If you want to join our volunteer team, reach us by email team@services.runc.run
For Travellers
Official Hotel Partner
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. .
Charity
Bolshe Chem Mozhesh Foundation
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 Media
Press agent contact
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.
Rules for accredited media at the race venue
During the event, please adhere to the following rules:
- treat all race participants, spectators, and event staff with respect;
- follow safety instructions at all times;
- do not interfere with the work of the officiating team, organizers, or security personnel, comply with their comments and requests;
- when choosing a filming location, please pay attention to the signs at the entrance to each zone: they indicate the access category;
- during the event, photo and video shooting is permitted only in press zones marked with the number “4”, behind the fan barriers, and in general access zones of the start and finish areas;
- it is strictly forbidden to enter the race course or the start and finish corridors while the race is in progress. Safety is a top priority for all participants, including media representatives. Being on the course or in the start and finish corridors during the event is unsafe for everyone;
- if you are filming along the race route, entering the course is also strictly prohibited. Filming in the city is only permitted outside the race route;
- filming from a bicycle or any other vehicle on the race course is prohibited;
- crossing the race course is only permitted in the city (outside the start and finish area) and only when following safety rules: wait for a gap between groups of runners, ensure you do not obstruct participants, and then cross. If you are unsure whether crossing is permitted at a specific location, please consult the nearest race official;
- entry into technical zones and restricted areas marked with any number other than “4” is strictly prohibited.
Contacts
Contact information
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 |
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