8th Pula Marathon 2026

From 18 to 20 September, Pula once again becomes a city of running, sport and great atmosphere. The 8th Pula Marathon brings a new route, the Corsa dell'Amicizia, children's races, an EXPO zone and three days of activities for all generations. A record 2,600 runners from more than 40 countries are expected. One of this year's highlights is the new route, which partly follows the path of Pula's historic electric tram from 1904. The main races start in front of the Arena, creating a unique combination of sport, history, culture and the atmosphere of the city. For the first time, Pula will also host the Corsa dell'Amicizia – Utrka prijateljstva, organised in cooperation with the Embassy of Italy in Zagreb, FederEsuli and the Italian Union. The 5.99 km race will welcome 200 participants, including the Italian Ambassador to Croatia, Paolo Trichilo. The programme starts on Friday with children's races and the EXPO zone. Saturday is reserved for the main races and the Arena After Party, while Sunday brings Nordic walking in Šijana Forest. PROGRAMME Friday, 18 September – in front of the Arena 15:00 – Bib collection and EXPO zone, until 22:00 18:30 – Children's race powered by AHG – preschoolers, ages 3–4 and 5–6 19:00 – Children's races powered by AHG – grades 1–2, 3–4 and 5–6 19:30 – Awards ceremony Saturday, 19 September – in front of the Arena 10:00 – Bib collection and EXPO zone, until 18:00 19:45 – Half Marathon Powered by Intersport 20:00 – 5.99 km Powered by Eurospin 20:10 – Pula Xica 10 km Powered by Twist ISO 21:30 – Awards ceremony 22:00 – After Party in the Arena, until 23:45 Sunday, 20 September – Šijana Forest 10:00 – Bib collection 11:00 – Nordic Walking powered by Marina 21 12:00 – Awards ceremony The EXPO zone will also feature sports brands, event partners and partner races from Croatia and neighbouring countries. Come to run, cheer on the participants or simply enjoy Pula during one of September's biggest sporting weekends.