Tirana Marathon
Albania's largest city running event brings a 42.195 km marathon through central Tirana, with thousands of local and international runners each year.
Quick facts
- Capital-city event organized by the Municipality of Tirana.
- Dedicated 42.195 km marathon alongside separate half, 10K, and inclusive races.
- Urban course through central Tirana with a large mixed local and international field.
- One shared payment portal serves all distances, so runners should confirm the full-marathon option before paying.
About the Tirana Marathon
Tirana Marathon is the capital's largest annual sporting event, organized by the Municipality of Tirana with the national athletics federation. The marathon, half marathon, 10K, and inclusive We Too race share a city-center program.
Course
The 42.195 km road course runs through central Tirana on a distance-specific route. It is an urban race with frequent changes in direction and broad civic roads rather than a simple out-and-back or repeated loop.
Race-day weather
Late October in Tirana is usually mild, but humidity and rain remain possible. A cool start can become warm under clear skies, while wet roads make the many urban turns more demanding.
Past Tirana Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 25, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Tirana Marathon FAQ
When is the Tirana Marathon?
The 2026 Tirana Marathon is on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Is Tirana Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Tirana Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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