Absolute Moscow Marathon

Online registration for Absolute Moscow Marathon will close 22 August. Online registration may be closed earlier if the entry limit is reached.

To register for Absolute Moscow Marathon, you must complete the online application form and pay the registration fee on Running Community website. During registration enter your personal data according to ID card. Otherwise you will not be able to pick-up your participant packet and bib number. After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email.

Additional registration will be open on 20 September 11:00-21:00 and 21 September 10:00-18:00 at Expo, if there are available entries.

• Participants must be 16 years or older on race day.
• All participants are required to pick up their own participant packet (bib number) on 21 September 11:00-21:00 and 22 September 10:00-18:00.
• All participants are required to show a government-issued photo ID and original medical certificate stating the participant has no contraindication to running in competition upon picking up their own participant packet.
• Participants 16-17 years of age are required to show permission from a parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race while picking up their own participant packets.
• Registration fees are nonrefundable.

For Russian citizens
• if registered until 30 January — 1500 rubles. 
• if registered from 31 January until 4 July — 2300 rubles. 
• if registered from 5 July until 22 August — 3000 rubles. 
• if registered 20-21 August — 4000 rubles.

For men from 60 years of age and women from 55 years of age, there are discounts (Russian citizens only): 
• if registered until 30 January — 750 rubles. 
• if registered from 31 January until 4 July — 1150 rubles. 
• if registered from 5 July until 22 August — 1500 rubles. 
• if registered 20-21 August — 2000 rubles.

For foreign citizens
• if registered until 30 January — 2000 rubles. 
• if registered from 31 January until 4 July — 2800 rubles. 
• if registered from 5 July until 22 August — 3500 rubles. 
• if registered 20-21 August — 4500 rubles.

Online registration for Kids Run at the Absolute Moscow Marathon is open from 12 December 2018 12:00 till 12 September 23:59. Online registration may be closed earlier if the entry limit is reached.

To register a child for Kids Run, you should add your child's profile to your account, complete the online application form and pay the registration fee on Running Community website. Enter child's personal data according to ID card. Otherwise you will not be able to pick-up child's participant packet and bib number. After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email.

Register your child for the race

Additional registration will be open on 20 September 11:00-21:00 and 21 September 10:00-15:30, if there are available entries.

• Participants must be under 14 years old on the race day.
• Children compete at distances of 400 m and 800 m. There are separate starts for children of different ages. Children under 5 years, 6-7 years, 8-9 years run 400 m. Children 10-11 years and 12-13 years run 800 m.
• The participant packet (bib number) for the child must be picked up by the parent or the official representative.
• The parent or the official representative are required to show child's birth certificate and permission for child to participate in the race.
• Registration fees are nonrefundable.

If registered before 12 September — 600 rubles.
If registered 20-21 September — 1000 rubles.

Registration for Absolute Moscow Marathon Corporate Relay will open 1 February 2019 at 12:00.

Applications from the teams should be sent to the email relay@runc.run. The application and payment must be made by 22 August.

• The corporate relay is open for teams of commercial and non-profit organizations of 5 people.
• Participants must be 16 years or older on race day.
• The team must have at least one woman.
• Teams captain are required to pick up participant packets (bib numbers) for team on 21-22 September.
• The captain should pick up participant packets (bib numbers) for the whole team.
• The captain are required to show a government-issued photo IDs and original medical certificates stating the participant has no contraindication to running in competition upon picking up their own participant packet of all team members.
• Participants 16-17 years of age are required to show permission from a parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race while picking up their participant packets.

Registration fee for team — 160,000 rubles.

Payment must be made by bank transfer to the account of the organizer. Paying organisation must be a resident of Russia.

Online registration for Absolute Moscow Marathon wheelchair and handcycle race will close 22 August. Online registration may be closed earlier if the entry limit is reached.

To register, you must confirm your Athlete with Disability (AWD) status and complete the online application form on Running Community website. During registration enter data according to ID card. Otherwise you will not be able to pick-up participant packet and bib number. After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email.

• Participants must be 17 years or older on race day.
• All participants are required to show a government-issued photo ID and original medical certificate stating the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition and disability certificate.
• Participants 17 years of age are required to show permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race.
• Participants without helmets are not allowed to start.

Registration for the race is free.

Race numbers will be distributed at the Absolute Moscow Marathon Expo on 20 September from 11:00 to 21:00 and 21 September from 10:00 to 18:00. You won’t be able to get a race number on the race day.

The Absolute Moscow Marathon Expo features more than 80 exhibitors offering running footwear, apparel, nutrition and technology. Participants must visit the Expo to pick up their packets. The two-day Expo is free and open to the public.

South Sports Center
Olympic complex "Luzhniki"
Moscow, Luzhniki St., 24, bldg. 7

Friday, 20 September
11:00 – 21:00

Saturday, 21 September
10:00 – 18:00

Participant packets will not be available for pick up at start area.

• Bib number with timing chip and safety pins.
• Wristband and clothing bag for clothing drop off.
• Running t-shirt.
• Finisher medal.

To pick-up participant packet you must present:

• Government-issued photo identity document.
• Medical certificate stating the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition (medical certificate will not be returned, a photocopy of certificate is accepted upon presentation of the original).
• Participants 16-17 years of age must present permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race.

If you can’t pick-up your participant packet on 20-21 September, a friend or family member may serve as your proxy and pick up your race materials for you. Proxy must bring the following documents for person he/she is representing:

• The original letter of attorney for a third party to collect participant’s packet.
• Government-issued photo identity document.
• A copy of the participant’s identity document.
• Medical certificate stating the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition (medical certificate will not be returned, a photocopy of certificate is accepted upon presentation of the original).
• For participants 16-17 years of age: permission from parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race.

The power of attorney does not entitle the authorized person to participate in the race with your number. The transfer of the number is prohibited by the rules of the competition. A participant with a another's number will be disqualified.

Medical certificate must proof that the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition. Medical certificate must be valid in the athlete's country of residence, filled in, stamped and signed by a doctor, and comply with all the rules and regulations enforced in the athlete's country. The certificate must be issued less than 6 months prior to the race.

Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.

Medical Certificate Form

The Absolute Moscow Marathon Expo features more than 80 exhibitors offering running footwear, apparel and nutrition.

Participants must visit the Expo to pick up their packets. The two-day Expo is free and open to the public.

Southern Sports Center
Olympic complex "Luzhniki"
Moscow, Luzhniki St., 24, bldg. 7

Friday, 20 September
11:00 – 21:00

Saturday, 21 September
10:00 – 15:30

• Bib number and safety pins.
• Running t-shirt.
• Finisher medal.

To pick-up participant packet you must present:

• A birth certificate of a child.
• Permission for child to participate in the race.

The Absolute Moscow Marathon Expo features more than 80 exhibitors offering running footwear, apparel and nutrition.

Participants must visit the Expo to pick up their packets. The two-day Expo is free and open to the public.

South Sports Center
Olympic complex "Luzhniki"
Moscow, Luzhniki St., 24, bldg. 7

Friday, 20 September
11:00 – 21:00

Saturday, 21 September
10:00 – 18:00

Participant packets will not be available for pick up at start area.

• Bib number with timing chip and safety pins.
• Wristband and clothing bag for clothing drop off.
• Running t-shirt.
• Heatsheet and food at finish.
• Finisher medal.

The captain should pick up participant packets (bib numbers) for the whole team. The captain are required to show:

• His identity card.
• A copy of a government-issued photo ID of each team member.
• Original medical certificates stating the participant has no contraindication to running in competition of each team member.
• For participants 16-17 years of age: permission from a parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race
• Power of attorney from the company to pick up team participant packets.

Medical certificate must proof that the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition. Medical certificate must be valid in the athlete's country of residence, filled in, stamped and signed by a doctor, and comply with all the rules and regulations enforced in the athlete's country. The certificate must be issued less than 6 months prior to the race.

Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.

Medical Certificate Form

Luzhniki Olympic complex  
Tent for wheelchar and handbike race participants

Sunday, 22 September
7:00 – 8:30

• Bib number with timing chip, safety pins, stickers.
• Wristband and clothing bag for clothing drop off.
• Running t-shirt.
• Finisher medal.

To pick-up participant packet you must present:

• Government-issued photo identity document.
• Medical certificate stating the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition (medical certificate will not be returned, a photocopy of certificate is accepted upon presentation of the original).
• Participants 17 years of age must present permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race.

Medical certificate must proof that the participant has no contra-indication to race in competition. Medical certificate must be valid in the athlete's country of residence, filled in, stamped and signed by a doctor, and comply with all the rules and regulations enforced in the athlete's country. The certificate must be issued less than 6 months prior to the race.

Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.

Medical Certificate Form

Start area is located near the Central alley of Luzhniki Olympic complex. Start lines for distances of 42.2 km and 10 km are located in different places.

Please use metro. It’s the fastest and most convenient way to get to the start area. Arrive to Vorobyovy Gory or Sportivnaya metro stations, Red line (1) or Luzhniki station, MCC (14)

Please take into account road closures, possible delays and queues due to the number of participants. Come to the start area early, do not ruin your chances for a good race by being late.

Please note that you will need at least 60 minutes to get from the metro station to the entrance to a starting corrals.

There will be no car parking facilities near the start.

Entrance to the start area

The start area will open for participants and spectators at 7:00.

Bike parking will be organized near the entrances.

All visitors are subject to bag search by police. Prohibited items:
• A weapon of any kind, any dangerous item or “dual-use” item that could be considered dangerous, including hammers, saws, sharp objects, etc.
• Alcoholic beverages and illegal substances of any kind.
• Glass or metal containers of liquid.
• Suitcases and rolling bags, large packages.
• Animals/pets.

For your convenience, male and female changing tents are available in the start area. Please do not leave your items unattended.

Baggage storage is located in the start area. For bag drop-off please use wristband and sticker with number, which you received with your bib number. Put the sticker on the bag and tie a wristband with the same number around your wrist. Please only use the clothing bag, which you received with your race number.

Do not put any valuable or fragile items in your bag. We recommend you to keep your valuables, such as hotel card, mobile phone with you or with friends or family. The organisers are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.

Toilets in the start-finish area are located on the Central Alley, as well as near corrals D, E.

Please use the toilets beforehand. The biggest lines to toilets form just before the start.

10 km race start at 9:00.

The start will be divided into blocks according to the submitted estimated personal times.

A letter of your start corral is indicated on race number. Look for the corresponding letter signs to get into your corral. Runners are allowed only with the race number. Runners who are assigned to different corrals but wish to start together may do so by going to the slower corral.

Race officials will make multilingual announcements when it’s time for runners to line up in the corrals. Please follow the instructions of the race officials.

The race will start in waves. Your net running time will start to be recorded when you cross the start line. Please follow directions from race officials and volunteers at all times for a safe and orderly start to the race.

Please mind your fellow runners when you change lanes, spit, or approach a refreshment stand. Please take care not to endanger others or yourself. In order to be able to hear your fellow runners of volunteers we ask you to run without music headphones. Doing so you also won’t miss any cheers from the spectators.

No animals or wheeled vehicles/devices of any kind are allowed on the course. No wheeled vehicles are allowed to accompany the runners along the course. Anyone who disregards this rule will be disqualifed and removed from the course.

The 10 km route runs in one lap on Novodevichya, Savvinskaya and Rostovskaya embankments, Smolenskaya street, Smolensky and Zubovsky boulevards, as well as Frunzenskaya and Luzhnetskaya embankments and Luzhniki street.

Moscow Marathon is a member of The Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS). Routes of 42.2km and 10km races are certified by AIMS. This year both distances of Moscow Marathon are measured by IAAF-AIMS Course Measurer Sergei Korneev (cat. B).

Drinks station is located approximately at 5.4 km.

Please throw the empty cups to the bins provided or to the side of the road – do not drop them on the road in front of you where they can be hazardous to runners behind you.

Location is subject to change.

Medical aid will be located at the start/finish area and along the course. Please do not hesitate to contact any medical personnel if you are having difficulties – we appreciate you doing so.

In case of emergency call 8-800-777-12-04

Please mention you are a marathon runner on the call and remember the following “W”s in case of emergency:
– Where did it happen?
– What happened?
– Who is injured?
– Who is calling?
– Wait for any other questions.

Your net time will be registered once your cross the finish line.

Please do not remain standing on the finish line, but continue walk slowly to the end of the finish area. After the finish you will recieve drinking water.

If you are feeling unwell, please ask for the medical aid straight away.

The finish area is a long secure area with no public access. First you will receive a medal. Then you will recieve drinking water. Please, move on towards the end of the finish area where you can find massage service and post race meal (for full marathon finishers only).

Results will be measured with ChronoTrack timing system. The timing chip is on your race number. Please put your race number on the chest. Do not bend, crumple or fold it, do not keep the race number next to any magnets — it may damage the chip and lead to the loss of your personal result.

Your net running time will be recorded when you cross the start and finish lines.

Preliminary results will be available on www.runc.run. After the finish you will receive a text message and email with your draft result.

The final official results list will be available online at www.runc.run before October 2, 2018.

If your result is inaccurate or the result is missing, write a request to protest@runc.run. Specify in the email your first and last name and race number. Claims are accepted only from participants or from their official representatives before 17:00 on September 28.

Men and women who place 1st, 2nd and 3rd will receive awards.

Kids Run will be held on 21 September from 16:00 to 17:20 on the territory of the Moscow Marathon start-finish area.

Starts order:

• 16:00 — run for 400 m for children under 3 years. 
• 16:10 — run for 400 m for children 4-5 years. 
• 16:20 — run for 400 m for children 6-7 years. 
• 16:30 — run for 400 m for children 8-9 years. 
• 16:40 — run for 800 m for children 10-11 years. 
• 16:50 — run for 800 m for children 12-13 years.

Kids run supported by Bitey healthy snacks.

Kids Run is fun run without winners. All participants recieve finisher medals.

The corporate relay race will start at 9:00.

Detailed information will be sent to the team captains before the race.

Team result will be measured with Chronotrack timing system, judges at the finish and the video registration system.

Team net running time will be recorded when runners cross the start line, leg change area and finish line.

Within a few hours after the last runner finish you will receive a text message and email with your draft result. The results list will be available online at this website.

Suunto is the official timekeeper of the Moscow Marathon.

Teams that place 1st, 2nd or 3rd will receive awards.

Wheelchair and handcycle race will start at 8:45.

Participants without helmets and race bib number are not allowed to start.

Detailed information about race will be sent by e-mail before the race day.

Your result will be measured with Chronotrack timing system, judges at the finish and the video registration system.

Your net running time will be recorded when you cross the start and finish lines. The timing chip is on your race number. Do not bend, crumple or fold it, do not keep the race number next to any magnets – it may damage the chip resulting in the loss of your personal result.

Within a few hours after the last runner finish you will receive a text message and email with your draft result. The results list will be available online at this website.

Suunto is the official timekeeper of the Moscow Marathon.

Wheelchair race participants will compete in overall classification. Men and women who place 1st, 2nd, 3rd will receive awards.

Handcycle race participants will compete in overall classification. Men and women who place 1st, 2nd, 3rd will receive awards.