Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Course des Lumières - Toulouse
Toulouse, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
Charity RunNight Run+2
Running Theme (City, Architecture & Culture)
Capitals & Major Cities Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Major races in capital cities and international metropolises featuring wide boulevards and dense spectator crowds. Browse 249 events (36 confirmed dates) and 913 races from 1.5 km to 83 km.
Events24936 confirmed dates
Competitions913Races & courses
Distances1.5 - 83 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,143 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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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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Zurrieq Half Marathon and 10 km
Żurrieq, Malta
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km1.5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+2
Photo: Bops92 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Verona Marathon
Verona, Italy
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run+4
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsMountain BikingTrail Running
Marrakech-Agafay Trail
Marrakesh, Morocco
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
83 km60 km42 km31 km+3
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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Course des Lumières - Paris
Paris, France
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
Charity RunNight Run+3
Photo: Alpsdake · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Halong Bay Heritage Marathon
Ha Long, Vietnam
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+2
Photo: Alpsdake · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningEcoMarathon
Kyōto Yawata Ecomarathon
Kyōto, Japan
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
Public ParkSeaside & Coast+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Course des Lumières - Toulouse | Toulouse, Occitanie, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Palermo Marathon | Palermo, Sicily, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Zurrieq Half Marathon and 10 km | Żurrieq, Iż-Żurrieq, MT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km1.5 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Verona Marathon | Verona, Veneto, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Marrakech-Agafay Trail | Marrakesh, Marrakech-Safi, MA | Mountain BikingTrail Running | 83 km60 km42 km31 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Course des Lumières - Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Halong Bay Heritage Marathon | Ha Long, Quảng Ninh Province, VN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Kyōto Yawata Ecomarathon | Kyōto, Kyoto Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Novemb’Run | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Powerade Half Marathon in Milan | Milan, Lombardy, IT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 23, 2026 | Hirakata Ecomarathon | Hirakata, Osaka Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Florence Marathon | Florence, Tuscany, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21 km10 km3 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Major races in capital cities and international metropolises featuring wide boulevards and dense spectator crowds. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Capitals & Major Cities theme currently spans 249 public events and 913 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. International city marathons, premier half marathons, and urban cycling classics draw large international fields. Primary disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking with race distances from 1.5 km to 83 km.
Wide, flat urban avenues with wave starts and frequent aid stations support fast, consistent pacing. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +1,143 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Toulouse, Palermo, Żurrieq, and Verona. Notable events in this category include Course des Lumières - Toulouse, Palermo Marathon, and Zurrieq Half Marathon and 10 km. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Capitals & Major Cities events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Major races in capital cities and international metropolises featuring wide boulevards and dense spectator crowds. RunningCompass currently lists 249 events with 913 individual competitions under the Capitals & Major Cities theme. A total of 36 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Capitals & Major Cities races?
International city marathons, premier half marathons, and urban cycling classics draw large international fields. The 913 listed competitions span distances from 1.5 km to 83 km, led by Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Capitals & Major Cities?
Wide, flat urban avenues with wave starts and frequent aid stations support fast, consistent pacing. Races in this theme reach up to +1,143 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Capitals & Major Cities events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Toulouse, Palermo, Żurrieq, and Verona. Notable events in this category include Course des Lumières - Toulouse, Palermo Marathon, and Zurrieq Half Marathon and 10 km. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 249 events by country, region, month, and distance.