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Novo Mesto Half Marathon
Novo mesto, Slovenia
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km21 km12 km10 km+2
City RunKids & Youth Races+2
SICountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Slovenia: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
15 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 68 races in Slovenia with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events159 confirmed dates
Competitions68Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 165 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Ultra Trail Vipava Valley - Slovenia (UTVV)
Ajdovščina, Slovenia
April 23, 2027 to April 24, 2027Date confirmed
165 km107 km59 km30 km+2
ForestCulture & History+7
Photo: Bob Ramsak · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & HikingBoston Marathon Qualifier
Three Hearts Marathon
Radenci, Slovenia
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Three Hearts Marathon (Maraton treh src)
Radenci, Slovenia
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History
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Soča Outdoor Festival
Tolmin, Slovenia
June 25, 2027 to June 27, 2027Date confirmed
50 km35 km25 km15 km
City RunMountain+2
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Julian Alps Trail Run by UTMB
Kranjska Gora, Slovenia
September 17, 2027 to September 19, 2027Date confirmed
124 km80 km50 km25 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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NLB Ljubljana Marathon
Ljubljana, Slovenia
October 16, 2027 to October 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km200 m
City RunCulture & History+2
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Ultra X Slovenia
Ajdovščina, Slovenia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
110 km60 km50 km25 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Novo Mesto Half Marathon | Novo mesto, Mestna Občina Novo mesto, SI | Road Running | 21.1 km21 km12 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2027 - Apr 24, 2027 | Ultra Trail Vipava Valley - Slovenia (UTVV) | Ajdovščina, Ajdovščina, SI | Trail Running | 165 km107 km59 km30 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 | Three Hearts Marathon | Radenci, Gornja Radgona, SI | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| May 15, 2027 | Three Hearts Marathon (Maraton treh src) | Radenci, Pomurska, SI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | Soča Outdoor Festival | Tolmin, Goriška, SI | Trail Running | 50 km35 km25 km15 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2027 - Sep 19, 2027 | Julian Alps Trail Run by UTMB | Kranjska Gora, Jesenice, SI | Trail Running | 124 km80 km50 km25 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | NLB Ljubljana Marathon | Ljubljana, Ljubljana, SI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km200 m |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Ultra X Slovenia | Ajdovščina, Ajdovščina, SI | Trail Running | 110 km60 km50 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Triglav Trail Run | Lesce, Radmannsdorf, SI | Trail Running | 78 km44 km26 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | The Stage Slovenia | Kranj, Kranj, SI | Road Cycling | 130 km80 km34 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Spartan Trifecta Krvavec | Krvavec, Nova Gorica, SI | Obstacle Course Racing | 21 km10 km5 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Podbrdo Trail Running Festival | Podbrdo, Tolmin, SI | Trail Running | 103 km42 km27 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Slovenia in europe is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 15 public events and 68 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Alpine trails in the Julian Alps around Mount Triglav paired with road runs in Ljubljana. Key host locations include Novo mesto, Ajdovščina, Radenci, and Tolmin. Notable events in the selection include Novo Mesto Half Marathon, Ultra Trail Vipava Valley - Slovenia (UTVV), and Three Hearts Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 165 km, reaching up to +6,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Slovenia 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 Slovenia?
RunningCompass currently lists 15 verified events with 68 individual races in Slovenia. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Novo Mesto Half Marathon, Ultra Trail Vipava Valley - Slovenia (UTVV), and Three Hearts Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Slovenia?
Events in Slovenia focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 165 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Novo mesto, Ajdovščina, Radenci, and Tolmin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Slovenia?
The most selective courses in Slovenia climb up to +6,500 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 Slovenia?
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.
