Novo Mesto Half Marathon 2026

Bib pick-up is on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 2 PM to 7 PM at the Janez Trdina Cultural Center, Novi trg 5, and on race day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM at the Kulturni center Janez Trdina. For last-minute registrations, only the bib and chip are guaranteed. Registrations for children's races will take place from 1 PM to 4 PM at Novi trg Square.

Saturday, November 14, 2026:

• Baby race with parents: 2:40 PM

• Preschoolers' race: 2:50 PM

• School race girls (1st year – 500 m (1 lap); born in 2019): 3:00 PM

• School race boys (1st year) – 500 m (1 lap); year of birth 2019: 3:07 PM

• School race girls (2nd year) – 500 m (1 lap); year of birth 2018: 3:15 PM

• School race boys (2nd year) – 500 m (1 lap); year 2018: 3:22 PM

• School race Girls (3rd year) – 500 m (1 lap); year 2017: 3:30 PM

• School race Boys (3rd year) – 500 m (1 lap); year 2017: 3:37 PM

• School race Girls (4th year) – 500 m (1 lap); year 2016: 3:45 PM

• School race Boys (4th year) – 500 m (1 lap); year 2016: 3:52 PM

• School race Girls (5th year) – 1000 m (2 laps); year 2015: 4:00 PM

• School race Boys (5th grade) – 1000 m (2 laps); year 2015: 4:07 PM

• School race Girls (6th grade) – 1000 m (2 laps); year 2014: 4:15 PM

• School race Boys (6th year) – 1000 m (2 laps); year 2014: 4:22 PM

• School race Girls (7th year) – 1000 m (2 laps); year 2013: 4:30 PM

• School race Boys (7th year) – 1500 m (3 laps); year 2013: 4:37 PM

• School race Boys and Girls (8th and 9th year) – 1500 m (3 laps); years 2012 and 2011: 4:45 PM

• Fun run: 5:00 PM

• Canicross: 5:30 PM

Sunday, November 15, 2026:

• Marathon walk (22 km): 8:00 AM

• Halfmarathon walk (15 km): 9:00 AM

• Half, 10 km, and 5 km: 10:00 AM (common start)

Starting location: Seidlova cesta 1, Novo Mesto

For most races, the runner's pack includes:

• Bib with timing chip

• Long-sleeved technical t-shirt

• Finisher medal

• Local promotional gifts

• SMS with your time at the finish

• Refreshments along the course and at the finish

• Isotonic Erdinger beer (non-alcoholic)

Walkers also receive a medal, t-shirt, refreshments, and a souvenir gift.

Canicross participants also receive ACTIVE O2 water, a Purina sample for their dog, and a medal.

The location is in downtown Novo Mesto, easily accessible by car or public transport. Parking is available around the site.

Refreshments are provided throughout the courses and at the finish, with water, isotonic drinks, and snacks. The same applies to long walks.

• Half-marathon: from 15 years old

• 10 km: from 12 years old

• Minors must be registered by a parent or guardian with written consent.

• Fun run: open to all, no age limit

• Half-marathon: 3 hours

• 10 km: runners taking more than 42 min at the 5th km will be redirected to the finish

• 22 km walk: 6 hours

• 15 km walk: max 4h30

• For walkers: sturdy shoes, appropriate clothing, light backpack, water bottle. Walking sticks are optional.

• For Canicross: mandatory leash (no choke collars), poop bags recommended, dog's behavior your responsibility

Yes:

• Overall men/women podium with cash prizes for the top 5 of the half-marathon

• Age category podiums (from 29 up to +70 years)

• Special awards for:

  • The largest team

  • The Canicross podium

  • The best costume Fun run

Early November in Slovenia = mild to cool weather, between 8°C and 18°C. Risk of rain, especially in the Krka valley. Bring a lightweight waterproof jacket.

• Address: Velika Cikava 12b, 8000 Novo mesto

• Email: info@novomesto21.si

• Phone: +386 (0)31 859 801