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Medvednica Trail
Zagreb, Croatia
May 23, 2027Date confirmed
59 km31 km15 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
HRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Zagreb: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
12 verified events (7 confirmed dates) and 63 races in Races in Zagreb with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions63Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 168.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,140 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Zagreb Marathon
Zagreb, Croatia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+1
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Split Marathon
Split / Dalmatien, Croatia
February 13, 2027 to February 14, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunKids & Youth Races+5
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Istria 100 by UTMB
Umag, Croatia
April 1, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
168.2 km111.4 km69.6 km42.5 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+3
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Grawe Zadar Night Run
Zadar, Croatia
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km
City RunCulture & History+3
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Santa Domenica Trifecta
Sveta Nedelja, Croatia
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
21 km10 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road+3
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Dubrovnik Half Marathon (Runners’ Days)
Dubrovnik, Croatia
April 24, 2027 to April 25, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km5 km2.5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+4
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Pula Marathon
Pula, Croatia
September 17, 2027 to September 19, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5.99 km
City RunMulti-Day
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2027 | Medvednica Trail | Zagreb, HR | Trail Running | 59 km31 km15 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Zagreb Marathon | Zagreb, Stadt Zagreb, HR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Ćićarija Trail Run | Račja Vas, Istrische Županie, HR | Trail Running | 26.6 km24.8 km24.7 km24 km |
| Date to be announced | Croatia Montenegro Trail Challenge | Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, HR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 22 km20 km19 km18 km |
| Date to be announced | Rijeka Run | Rijeka, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, HR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | Promina Trail | Drniš, Šibenik-Knin County, HR | Trail Running | 56 km39 km23.5 km11.1 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13, 2027 - Feb 14, 2027 | Split Marathon | Split / Dalmatien, Split-Dalmatien County, HR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Istria 100 by UTMB | Umag, Istrische Županie, HR | Trail Running | 168.2 km111.4 km69.6 km42.5 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Grawe Zadar Night Run | Zadar, Zadar County, HR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Santa Domenica Trifecta | Sveta Nedelja, Split-Dalmatien County, HR | Obstacle Course Racing | 21 km10 km5 km |
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Dubrovnik Half Marathon (Runners’ Days) | Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, HR | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km2.5 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2027 - Sep 19, 2027 | Pula Marathon | Pula, Istrien, HR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5.99 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Zagreb (Croatia, Zagreb) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 63 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Key host locations include Zagreb, Split / Dalmatien, Umag, and Zadar. Notable events in the selection include Medvednica Trail, Zagreb Marathon, and Split Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 168.2 km, reaching up to +7,140 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Zagreb includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Zagreb?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 63 individual races in Races in Zagreb. A total of 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Medvednica Trail, Zagreb Marathon, and Split Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Zagreb?
Events in Races in Zagreb focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 168.2 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Zagreb, Split / Dalmatien, Umag, and Zadar.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Zagreb?
The most selective courses in Races in Zagreb climb up to +7,140 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Zagreb?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.