Run for life 2026
- Next eventย :ย Sun, March 8, 2026Date confirmed
The event in a few words
Speed up, speed up โก๏ธ
If this quote speaks to you, it's because you are a fan of F1 and you know the Monza circuit ๐ค. Engine on, cardio ready to heat up, tires sneakers well inflated: you are ready to start the Run For Life at Monza ๐๏ธ. This event is the only race where you can feel like Charles Leclerc ๐ด on the starting grid and Kipchoge in the elite corral ๐. This time, no fuel, but a good dose of adrenaline to boost you โก๏ธ. In March, you have a rendezvous on the famous Monza F1 circuit for a charitable race in the heart of Lombardy ๐ฎ๐น. 21, 10 or 5 km, it's up to you to choose your circuit ๐ฃ๏ธ.
We start right away by setting the scene ๐. Nothing less than the legendary Monza circuit, famous for its speed and its many Grand Prix ๐. You'll take the same route as the greatest champions. But here, no red flag ๐ฉ, no safety car ๐ just a mythical circuit ready to welcome you under the Lombard atmosphere of Italy ๐ค. By the way, we don't want to put pressure on you, but the speed record during a Grand Prix was set at Monza ๐จ. The speed you have to beat is 370 km/hโฆjust that (it's 9.74 seconds per kilometer, easy ๐ค ). Even Kipchoge succeeds at this level! โ Besides taking place in an exceptional location, Run For Life is a charitable race ๐ซถ. The funds raised will help replant the Monza Park, a green jewel that was ravaged after the storms of 2023 ๐ณ. Thousands of trees were uprooted, so the mission is to get nature back on the starting grid ๐. Thanks to the last edition, more than 30 large trees have already taken root along the Mirabellino boulevard ๐. You will run on International Women's Rights Day ๐, an opportunity to celebrate this important day. This event will bring together runners from all backgrounds on the starting line, ready to burn rubber for a worthy cause ๐ฅ. So, whether you're a seasoned driver of the half-marathon or a fan of the 5 km, you'll find your happiness ๐ฅน.
After your fabulous race, make a pit stop in the region๐ฆ. Italy is famous for its architecture and gastronomy, so why not enjoy it? ๐คช Stroll through the Monza park (one of the largest in Europe ๐ช๐บ), visit the royal villa, the majestic Theodelinde, the duomo of Monza or even the piazza Roma. And if you want to go a little further, you are just an hour from Milan. There, you can load up on pasta, pizza, and risotto: everything you need for recovery ๐. Buon appetito ๐ฝ๏ธ.
So, ready to brush the kilometers / seconds? ๐ฅ
4 reasons to join this race
A distance for every taste
Half MarathonTOP
10โkm
5โkm
- Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM
A few more words
You will cover the royal distance of the half-marathon on the famous Monza circuit ๐๏ธ. 3, 2, 1... Go ๐
Road Running 10โkm
Road Running- Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM
A few more words
Not tempted by the half-marathon? Opt for the 10 km. The positive point is that the Monza circuit is flat and smooth, perfect for a PR โก๏ธ.
Road Running 5โkm
Road Running- Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM
A few more words
The 5 km course is fast and efficient, like F1 ๐จ.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
You can pick up your race bib at the Monza track:
Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM
The races will start at the Monza circuit on March 8, 2025, at 9:00 AM.
For the half marathon: 18 years old
For the 10 km: 16 years old
5 km: no age restriction
Half marathon:
โฌ25 until December 31, 2025
โฌ30 from January 1 to January 31, 2026
โฌ35 from February 1 to March 4, 2026
10 km (competitive):
โฌ20 until December 31, 2025
โฌ23 from January 1 to January 31, 2026
10 km (non-competitive)
โฌ18
5 km (non-competitive)
โฌ15
Yes, here they are:
Half marathon: 2h45
10 km: 70 minutes
One refreshment station every 4 km
A final refreshment for all participants
General ranking (men and women)
1st place: โฌ150
2nd place: โฌ75
3rd place: โฌ40
Italian ranking (men and women)
1st place: โฌ50
2nd place: โฌ25
3rd place: โฌ10
To be officially ranked:
As a foreign athlete, you must be registered with your country's athletic federation and affiliated with World Athletics
Foreign athletes from the European Union must provide authorization from their federation to compete abroad, along with a residence permit or visa
You can also obtain a RunCard (on the website https://www.runcard.com/) to be ranked. Ensure to check the card's expiration date. This card, valid for one year, allows you to participate in Italian races and be ranked.
For registrations without affiliation or RunCard:
Athletes registered with a foreign federation affiliated with World Athletics, not registered with their federation, club, or association, must sign a declaration of honor confirming their affiliation.
Lack of affiliation or RunCard does not entitle you to be ranked, but you can still participate in non-competitive events.
Please note that non-competitive races (where there is no ranking) do not entitle you to prizes in kind, cash, vouchers, bonuses, entry fees, or reimbursements of any kind.
Yes, a medical certificate is required for competitive distances. It must have been issued within the past year and certify that there are no contraindications to practicing competitive sports, athletics competitions, or competitive races. The certificate must be valid in Italy and presented in person at the time of registration. The certificate will be handed to the event organizer for which the RunCard holder is participating.
Foreign athletes not residing in Italy and not registered with a foreign athletic federation can participate in the 21 km race without providing a medical certificate but must fill out the liability waiver form. (The liability waiver form and medical certificate are attached to this e-mail).
You can check the race rules here
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