Moscow Marathon

To register for 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.

• Participants must be 18 years or older on race day.
• All participants are required to pick up their own participant packet (bib number) on 18 September 15:00-21:00, 19 September 10:00-21:00 or 20 September 10:00-19:00.
• 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.
• Registration fees are nonrefundable.
• Сourse time limit is 6 hours and 00 minutes from personal start.

For Russian citizens

• if registered from 18.02.2025 to 11.03.2025 — 5000 rubles
• if registered from 12.03.2025 to 17.07.2025 — 6000 rubles
• if registered from 18.07.2025 to 18.08.2025 — 7000 rubles
• if registered from 19.08.2025 to 16.09.2025 — 7000 rubles (a number without a name)
• if registered from 17.09.2025 to 20.09.2025 — 8000 rubles (a number without a name) 

For juniors under 21, men from 60 years of age and women from 55 years of age, there are discounts (Russian citizens only) 

• if registered from 18.02.2025 to 11.03.2025 — 2500 rubles
• if registered from 12.03.2025 to 17.07.2025 — 3000 rubles
• if registered from 18.07.2025 to 18.08.2025 — 3500 rubles
• if registered from 19.08.2025 to 16.09.2025 — 3500 rubles (a number without a name) 
• if registered from 17.09.2025 to 20.09.2025 — 4000 rubles (a number without a name) 

For foreign citizens

• if registered from 18.02.2025 to 11.03.2025 — 6000 rubles
• if registered from 12.03.2025 to 17.07.2025 — 7000 rubles
• if registered from 18.07.2025 to 18.08.2025 — 8000 rubles
• if registered from 19.08.2025 to 16.09.2025 — 8000 rubles (a number without a name) 
• if registered from 17.09.2025 to 20.09.2025 — 9000 rubles (a number without a name) 

VIP Service for participants

The VIP package for Moscow Marathon participants is a set of premium services designed to provide maximum comfort in the finish area:

• Official Moscow Marathon x Insanity t-shirt;
• Parking within the Luzhniki Olympic Complex;
• Comfortable changing rooms in the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• Personal storage locker in the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• Private restroom in the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• Fast-track exit after the finish line;
• Massage zone in the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• Stretching zone in the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• Catering in the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• Photo package from Marathon Photo;
• Personal race video from MySportFilm.

The VIP package can be selected during race registration on the Running Community website.

Cost: 30,000 RUB

VIP Service for spectators

The VIP package for spectators of the Moscow Half Marathon offers comfort and convenience for your favorite supporter waiting at the finish line:

• Access to the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• Catering in the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• Access to the VIP stands at the finish line;
• Private restroom in the VIP area inside the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena;
• A race-themed souvenir.

The VIP spectator package can be selected during race registration on the Running Community website.

Cost: 15,000 RUB. Children under 12 enter free (up to two children per adult).

Registration for the elite category in the 42.2 km race is available only after a successful qualification process.

In order to qualify, an athlete or his/her official representative must submit an application between June 1, 2025, and August 18, 2025, by emailing elite@runc.run, along with verified race results that meet the qualifying times. Only results from races held after January 1, 2023, will be considered.

Qualifying times for entry into the elite category for the 42.2 km race are:

• men: up to 2:23:00 (marathon) or up to 1:07:00 (half marathon)
• women: up to 2:45:00 (marathon) or up to 1:17:00 (half marathon).

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The square near the RZD Arena Sports Complex
125, Bolshaya Cherkizovskaya St., Building 1, Moscow (Cherkizovskaya metro station, Lokomotiv station MCC)

18 September, Thursday
15:00 – 21:00

19 September, Friday
10:00 – 21:00

20 September,Saturday
10:00 – 19:00

The packet pick-up will not be available on race day.

PROHIBITED ITEMS:

• weapons, knives or sharp objects;
• fireworks or explosives;
• alcoholic beverages;
• drinks and other stuff in glass or metal containers;
• flag poles;
• flags, symbols, or printed materials of an offensive or extremist nature;
• professional photo and video equipment, loudspeakers, drums not approved by the event organizers;
• unmanned aerial vehicles;
• large bags and suitcases.

Please, take safety rules seriously. Animals, bicycles or scooters are not allowed in the area. A baggage storage tent and a bicycle parking are located near the entrance pavilion.

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

Optionally:

• Running T-shirt insanity with race design for 2500 rubles if purchased online or 2800 rubles offline

The official Moscow Marathon participant T-shirt was created in collaboration with our Insanity sports partner. Its thoughtfully designed cut and high-tech fabric allow for greater freedom and comfort of movement. The DRY TOUCH technology speeds up moisture wicking. The design reimagines the visual identity of the country’s main running event: the usual bold graphic print steps back, giving way to a vibrant magenta color. The focus now is on a minimalist solid pattern and fiery shades that will stand out beautifully against any running backdrop.

Come to the bib number pick-up location on September 18 from 15:00 to 21:00, September 19 from 10:00 to 21:00, or September 20 from 10:00 to 19:00 and present the following documents:

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).
• Additional required documents for participants with disabilities: an official document confirming disability.
• Additional required documents for combat veterans: a combat veteran ID.

If you can’t pick-up your participant packet on 18-20 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. The letter will not be returned
• 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).

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.

Start area is located on Luzhniki Olympic Сomplex

Start lines for distance of 42,2 km and Relays is located on Luzhnetskaya embankment, finish area — on Luzhniki Street

Please use metro. It’s the fastest and most convenient way to get to the start area. Arrive to Sportivnaya metro station, 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 90 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 — at 7:00;
• for spectators — at 8:30.

PROHIBITED ITEMS:

• weapons, knives or sharp objects;
• fireworks or explosives;
• alcoholic beverages;
• drinks and other stuff in glass or metal containers;
• flag poles;
• flags, symbols, or printed materials of an offensive or extremist nature;
• loudspeakers, drums not approved by the event organizers;
• unmanned aerial vehicles;
• large bags and suitcases.

Please, take safety rules seriously. Animals, bicycles or scooters are not allowed in the area. A baggage storage tent and a bicycle parking are located near the entrance pavilion.

Changing tents and baggage storage tents for 42.2 km will be located at the Luzhniki Olympic Complex.

• Changing tents will be located on the Small Sports Arena Square.
• Baggage storage tents will be located on the Grand Sports Arena, Sector C.

Together with your race number you will receive a sticker and a wristband for the baggage storage. Please use only the bag, which you received with your race number. You will also receive a sticker with a number on it to stick on the bag. Tie a wristband with a number around your wrist. The clothing bag pick up is possible only upon presentation of your wristband with the number.

Do not put any valuable or fragile items in your clothing bags. We recommend that you keep your valuables, such as hotel card and mobile phone with you or with friends or family. The organisers are not liable for any damage or loss of your items.

Toilets are located in the start and finish areas and at each refreshment station. 

Please use the toilets beforehand. The biggest lines to toilets form at least 30 min before the start.

Marathon race start at 9:00.

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

• 9:00 — corrals Elite and A start
• 9:07 — corral В start
• 9:12 — corral С start
• 9:16 — corral D start
• 9:21 — corral E start
• 9:26 — Bolshe Chem Mozhesh Foundation start
• 9:27 — corral F start
• 9:33 — corral G start
• 9:43 — corral H start
• 9:48 — corral I start
• 9:53 — corral J start

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.

Pacemakers are marathon runners who will run at a set pace and finish with the estimated result. They will help you along the 42.2 km and 10 km race.

They will be carrying flags indicating the finish times they are pacing for and can also be recognized by their T-shirts.

• 2:59:00 (pace 4:15 min/km) — B 
• 3:14:00 (pace 4:36 min/km) — C 
• 3:29:00 (pace 4:57 min/km) — D 
• 3:44:00 (pace 5:19 min/km) — E
• 3:59:00 (pace 5:40 min/km) — G
• 4:14:00 (pace 6:01 min/km) — H
• 4:29:00 (pace 6:23 min/km) — I
• 4:44:00 (pace 6:43 min/km) — J
• 4:59:00 (pace 7:05 min/km) — J

At the course there will be eleven drinks and food stations.

Food stations

Food stations provide drinking water and sports drinks in cups, fruits and wet sponges. They are located approximately at 9.8 km, 18.3 km, 26 km, 33.8 km and 39.2 km.

Drinks stations

Drinks stations provide drinking water in cups and wet sponges. They are located approximately at 4.5 km, 14.3 km, 22.1 km, 29.7 km, 31.9 km and 36.8 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. Locations are 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.

There is a time limit for the full marathon - 6 hours.

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 and foil blanket. Please, move on towards the end of the finish area where you can find massage service and post race meal.

Result timing will be measured with chip 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. You must cross the time points en route.

During the race, preliminary results will be available on results.runc.run. Time will be measured at start, 5 km, 10 km, 15 km, 21.1 km, 25 km, 30 km, 35 km, 40 km and finish. Your friends will be able to see what marks you have already run and with what time you finished. To find this information, you will need to enter your start number.

After the finish you will receive a text message and email with your preliminary result.

If your result is inaccurate or the result is missing, send a request to protest@runc.run. Specify your first and last name and race number in the email. Claims are accepted only from participants or from their official representatives due to 17:00 on October 3, 2025.

Overall

Men and women who place 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th will receive awards.

National ranking

For the full marathon course of 42.2 km, awards will be presented to top three male and female finishers in the national ranking.

Age-group awards

Participants of the full marathon will be grouped in the following male and female age groups: 18-19, 20-22, 23-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 and over. Men and women who place 1st, 2nd or 3rd within their age groups will receive awards. If you won in the age category, you will be contacted by sms.

Prize money for 42.2 km race participants of the Moscow Marathon (the amount is stated in rubles and includes personal income tax)

Overall ranking (men and women):

• 1st place – 900 000 RUB
• 2nd place – 500 000 RUB
• 3rd place – 400 000 RUB
• 4th place – 300 000 RUB
• 5th place – 200 000 RUB
• 6th place – 100 000 RUB
• 7th place – 80 000 RUB
• 8th place – 60 000 RUB
• 9th place – 40 000 RUB
• 10th place – 30 000 RUB

National ranking (men and women):

• 1st place – 120 000 RUB
• 2nd place – 80 000 RUB
• 3rd place – 60 000 RUB

Prize money for individual achievements:

• National record (2:09:07 among men / 2:20:47 among women) – 1,000,000 RUB
• Target time (2:10:00 among men / 2:26:00 among women) – 400,000 RUB
• Race record (2:11:34 among men / 2:28:02 among women) – 250,000 RUB

Prize money for individual achievements (race runners, except for the elite corral):

• 1st to 12th place (2:28:00 among men / 3:00:00 among women) – 15,000 RUB

2025 Moscow Marathon Regulations