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Palermo Marathon
Palermo, Italy
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+4
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Road Running in Italy
154 verified events with 513 individual races (36 confirmed dates) in Italy complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events15436 confirmed dates
Competitions513Races & courses
Distances1 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+190 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Verona Marathon
Verona, Italy
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run+4
Photo: Fabrizio Lunardi · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
San Francesco Marathon Assisi
Assisi, Italy
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km4 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Wolfgang Moroder · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Powerade Half Marathon in Milan
Milan, Italy
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+5
Photo: Freepenguin · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Florence Marathon
Florence, Italy
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21 km10 km3 km
Public ParkCity Run+7
Photo: Wolfgang Moroder · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Turin Marathon
Turin, Italy
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPoint-to-Point+7
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Stramilano SottoZero
Milan, Italy
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunNight Run+1
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Sanremo Marathon
Sanremo, Italy
December 5, 2026 to December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Seaside & CoastCity Run+6
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Palermo Marathon | Palermo, Sicily, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Verona Marathon | Verona, Veneto, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | San Francesco Marathon Assisi | Assisi, Umbria, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km4 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Powerade Half Marathon in Milan | Milan, Lombardy, IT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Florence Marathon | Florence, Tuscany, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21 km10 km3 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Turin Marathon | Turin, Piedmont, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Stramilano SottoZero | Milan, Lombardy, IT | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | Sanremo Marathon | Sanremo, Liguria, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | CagliariRespira - Cagliari Half Marathon | Cagliari, Sardinia, IT | Road Running | 21.1 km6 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Catania Marathon (Naturosa) | Catania, Sicily, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | The 10 km della Perla dello Jonio | Soverato Marina, Calabria, IT | Road Running | 10 km3.3 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Reggio Emilia Marathon | Reggio nell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. Road running events feature paved surfaces, exact kilometer markers, and structured aid stations, making them ideal for both first-time runners and personal best attempts. In this Road Running in Italy directory, RunningCompass curates 154 events comprising 513 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +190 m. Key host locations include Palermo, Verona, Assisi, Milan. Notable events in this selection include Palermo Marathon, Verona Marathon, San Francesco Marathon Assisi.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Road Running in Italy?
This overview currently includes 154 verified events featuring 513 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 118 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Road Running in Italy?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +190 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Road Running in Italy?
Top host locations include Palermo, Verona, Assisi, Milan, Florence. Representative events in the catalog include Palermo Marathon, Verona Marathon, San Francesco Marathon Assisi, Powerade Half Marathon in Milan. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Road Running in Italy?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 513 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.