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Žilina City Half Marathon
Žilina, Slovakia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km+1
City RunFestive
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Running Calendar Races in the Žilina Region: Races, Trails & Competitions
7 verified events (0 confirmed dates) and 16 races in Races in the Žilina Region with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events70 confirmed dates
Competitions16Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 345 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Big Bear’s Ultra
Žilina, Slovakia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
118 km62 km40 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Rajecký Marathon
Rajec, Slovakia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
RelayCity Run
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Ľudova 50
Arwaburg, Slovakia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
51 km
MountainCastles+1
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
From the Tatras to the Danube - Relay Race
Demanovska Dolina, Slovakia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
345 km
RelayMountain+2
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlon
JÁNOŠÍK Slovak Xtreme Triathlon
Terchová, Slovakia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
225.8 km
MountainLakes & Ponds+2
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Javornícka Stovka
Vysoká nad Kysucou, Slovakia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
57 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Žilina City Half Marathon | Žilina, Žilina Region, SK | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Big Bear’s Ultra | Žilina, Žilina Region, SK | Trail Running | 118 km62 km40 km |
| Date to be announced | Rajecký Marathon | Rajec, Žilina Region, SK | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Ľudova 50 | Arwaburg, Žilina Region, SK | Trail Running | 51 km |
| Date to be announced | From the Tatras to the Danube - Relay Race | Demanovska Dolina, Žilina Region, SK | Trail Running | 345 km |
| Date to be announced | JÁNOŠÍK Slovak Xtreme Triathlon | Terchová, Žilina Region, SK | Triathlon | 225.8 km |
| Date to be announced | Javornícka Stovka | Vysoká nad Kysucou, Žilina Region, SK | Trail Running | 57 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in the Žilina Region (Slovakia, Žilina Region) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 7 public events and 16 individual races, including 0 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include Žilina, Rajec, Arwaburg, and Demanovska Dolina. Notable events in the selection include Žilina City Half Marathon, Big Bear’s Ultra, and Rajecký Marathon.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 345 km, reaching up to +6,300 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in the Žilina Region 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 the Žilina Region?
RunningCompass currently lists 7 verified events with 16 individual races in Races in the Žilina Region. A total of 0 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Žilina City Half Marathon, Big Bear’s Ultra, and Rajecký Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in the Žilina Region?
Events in Races in the Žilina Region focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 345 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Žilina, Rajec, Arwaburg, and Demanovska Dolina.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in the Žilina Region?
The most selective courses in Races in the Žilina Region climb up to +6,300 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 the Žilina Region?
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.