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Sri Chinmoy Marathon
Skopje, North Macedonia
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
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MKCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar North Macedonia: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
6 verified events (5 confirmed dates) and 21 races in North Macedonia with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events65 confirmed dates
Competitions21Races & courses
Distances1.7 - 100 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Vodno-Matka Trail Marathon
Skopje, North Macedonia
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
40 km27 km10 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+2
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Sri Chinmoy Hour Race
Skopje, North Macedonia
May 29, 2027Date confirmed
1.7 km
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+1
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Pelister Unique Trail Marathon
Bitola, North Macedonia
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
65 km42 km21 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Wizz Air Skopje Marathon
Skopje, North Macedonia
October 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+1
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Ohrid Ultra-Trail
Ohrid, North Macedonia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km60 km40 km22.6 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2027 | Sri Chinmoy Marathon | Skopje, Skopje Region, MK | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | Vodno-Matka Trail Marathon | Skopje, Skopje Region, MK | Trail Running | 40 km27 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2027 | Sri Chinmoy Hour Race | Skopje, Skopje Region, MK | Road Running | 1.7 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2027 | Pelister Unique Trail Marathon | Bitola, Municipality of Bitola, MK | Trail Running | 65 km42 km21 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2027 | Wizz Air Skopje Marathon | Skopje, Skopje Region, MK | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Ohrid Ultra-Trail | Ohrid, Municipality of Ohrid, MK | Trail Running | 100 km60 km40 km22.6 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of North Macedonia in europe is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 6 public events and 21 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Skopje, Bitola, and Ohrid. Notable events in the selection include Sri Chinmoy Marathon, Vodno-Matka Trail Marathon, and Sri Chinmoy Hour Race.
Race distances span from 1.7 km to 100 km, reaching up to +5,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia?
RunningCompass currently lists 6 verified events with 21 individual races in North Macedonia. A total of 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Sri Chinmoy Marathon, Vodno-Matka Trail Marathon, and Sri Chinmoy Hour Race.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in North Macedonia?
Events in North Macedonia focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.7 km entry-level races up to 100 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Skopje, Bitola, and Ohrid.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in North Macedonia?
The most selective courses in North Macedonia climb up to +5,000 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 North Macedonia?
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.
