World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon
A one-off mass-participation world championship brings 35,000 runners to Copenhagen’s flat streets on the same stage as the elite field on race day.
Quick facts
- One-off championship mass race rather than the annual Copenhagen Half.
- 35,000-runner public field.
- Flat, fast city course.
- Mass participants race on the world championship stage.
Is the 2026 World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon sold out?
The 2026 World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon is sold out.
About the World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon
Copenhagen 26 pairs the world championship half marathon with a sold-out public race capped at 35,000 runners. It replaces the traditional Copenhagen Half for one year; the regular annual race returns afterward.
Course
The flat, fast championship route runs through Copenhagen’s historic center and colorful bridge districts. Organizers are building a dense city-course atmosphere with entertainment along the route and the elite field racing on the same stage.
Race-day weather
Copenhagen in September is usually cool and favorable for racing, though exposed streets can be windy and showers are possible.
Past World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, September 20, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon FAQ
When is the World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon?
The 2026 World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon is on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
Is the 2026 World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon sold out?
The 2026 World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 Half Marathon is sold out. View the official registration details at worldathletics.org.
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