Name: Bucharest 21k
Start: 2026-11-08
End: 2026-11-08
Location: București

About the Event

Bucharest 21k invites both seasoned competitors and casual joggers alike to explore the vibrant streets of Romania's capital city. Organized by YOLO Events as part of their 21k Running Series, this urban race offers a variety of distances for all levels: half-marathon, 10k, 5k, and even a shorter 2.5k option along with a dedicated children’s race.
Runners will navigate through the heart of Bucharest on flat, fast city boulevards that showcase some of the most iconic landmarks in this bustling metropolis. The route is designed to provide an exhilarating urban running experience while offering glimpses into the rich architectural and cultural heritage of Romania's capital.
Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying the atmosphere, Bucharest 21k promises an engaging day out on one of Europe’s most dynamic city courses.

Races Offered

10k

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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€34.00

2.5k

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 2.5K

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€15.00

21k

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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€34.00

5k

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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€35.00

Kids race (10-12 yo)

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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€10.00

Kids race (6-7 yo)

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 0.6K

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€10.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in București.

thermostat Temperature

3.9° / 11.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

0.5° / 8.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

5h 9m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

9.5 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

82.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:12

nightlight Sunset

17:48

About București

Learn more about the host city, București.

Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania. The metropolis stands on the River Dâmbovița in south-eastern Romania. Its population is officially estimated at 1.71 million residents within a greater metropolitan area of 2.31 million residents, which makes Bucharest the 9th most-populous city by population within city limits in the European Union. The city has an area of 240 km2 (93 sq mi), while the metropolitan area covers 1,811 km2 (699 sq mi). The city proper is administratively known as the "Municipality of Bucharest", and has the same administrative level as that of a national county, being further subdivided into six sectors, each governed by a local mayor. Bucharest is a major cultural, political and economic hub, the country's seat of government, and the capital of the Muntenia region. It is an enclave completely surrounded by Ilfov County.