About this Event
Run Rome The Marathon is Rome’s great international marathon, a 42.195 km journey through the Eternal City. The 2027 edition takes place on Sunday 14 March 2027, following the 31st edition in 2026. Runners start from the Fori Imperiali with the Colosseo behind them, then pass Piazza Venezia, the Palatino, Circo Massimo, Basilica di San Paolo, Piramide Cestia, San Pietro, Castel Sant’Angelo, Piazza del Popolo, Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Navona on one of the most beautiful marathon courses in the world.
Date & Time
The marathon takes place on Sunday, 14 March 2027, starting in Via dei Fori Imperiali at 8:00 am.
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Venue & Location
The start and finish are at the Fori Imperiali and Colosseo, in the historic centre of Rome. The start address is Via dei Fori Imperiali, 00186 Rome RM, Italy, with the Expo Village and Fun Run finish at the nearby Circo Massimo.
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Full Programme
Main race distance: 42.195 km
Start: Via dei Fori Imperiali
Race type: International road marathon
Start time: 8:30 am
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you plan your visit.
When is Run Rome The Marathon 2027?
Run Rome The Marathon 2027 takes place on Sunday 14 March 2027. It is the main marathon day in Rome, with the start in Via dei Fori Imperiali at 8:00 am. The marathon weekend also includes the Fun Run – Saturday 5K on Saturday 13 March 2027, and the Expo Village at Circo Massimo from Thursday 11 March to Saturday 13 March.
What is the route of Run Rome The Marathon?
The route starts from the Fori Imperiali, with the Colosseo behind the runners, then goes to Piazza Venezia, the Palatino and Circo Massimo. It continues past Basilica di San Paolo and Piramide Cestia, along the Lungotevere, past Castel Sant’Angelo and St Peter’s Basilica, through Foro Italico, Piazza Augusto Imperatore, Ara Pacis, Piazza del Popolo, Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Navona, before returning to the Fori Imperiali and Colosseo area. The route may be subject to small changes by the public authorities for safety reasons.
How long is Run Rome The Marathon, and is it suitable for beginners?
The marathon is 42.195 km, the classic marathon distance. It is a largely flat course with about 20 metres of elevation, which makes it one of the more accessible major city marathons in Europe. However, runners should still prepare for around 6 km of cobblestones, spring weather in Rome, and the excitement of running through crowded historic streets.
What is the Fun Run – Saturday 5K?
The Fun Run – Saturday 5K is the city fun run linked to Run Rome The Marathon, taking place on Saturday 13 March 2027. It starts from Fori Imperiali and finishes inside Circo Massimo after about 5 km of celebration, happiness, wellness, friendship, music and solidarity. It is ideal for families, friends, supporters and runners who want to enjoy the marathon atmosphere without running the full 42.195 km.
Where is the Expo Village, and when is it open?
The Expo Village is at Circo Massimo, one of the most iconic places in Rome and the home of the marathon for four days. In 2027 it is open on Thursday 11 March from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, Friday 12 March from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, and Saturday 13 March from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is the place to collect your bib, discover exhibitors, and enjoy marathon-week events before race day.
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