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Wizz Air Skopje Marathon

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Skopje, Skopje, North Macedonia

calendar_today 04 Oct, 2026

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sell €12.00 – €104.00

About the Event

Experience the pulse of North Macedonia’s vibrant capital at the Wizz Air Skopje Marathon 2026, a premier European running event that weaves through a landscape where ancient history meets modern ambition. Scheduled for Sunday, 4 October 2026, this race stands as the largest sporting manifestation in the country, attracting thousands of international runners to the banks of the Vardar River. Participants can choose from the full 42.2km Marathon, the Half Marathon (21.1km), or the highly popular 5km Charity Run, all of which start in the heart of the city near the grand neoclassical architecture of Macedonia Square.

The course is famous for being flat, fast, and AIMS-certified, making it a prime destination for athletes looking to set a personal best. As you race, you will pass through a fascinating architectural timeline—from the shadows of the Kale Fortress and the Ottoman-era Stone Bridge to the brutalist monuments that define Skopje’s resilient spirit. The atmosphere is electrified by local spectators and live music stations, embodying the warm hospitality the Balkans are famous for. Starting at 08:00 AM, the race offers a professional environment that adheres to World Athletics standards, ensuring every kilometer counts toward your global ranking.

As a key fixture of the WIZZ Run Series, participants benefit from unique perks, including Wizz Air value vouchers and high-quality race packages. Beyond the finish line, runners can immerse themselves in the scents and sounds of the Stara Čaršija (Old Bazaar) or recover with world-class Macedonian cuisine. Whether you are a dedicated marathoner chasing a podium spot or a leisure runner participating in the city's collective movement for health, the 2026 Wizz Air Skopje Marathon offers an unforgettable front-row seat to one of Europe’s most intriguing and historically diverse capital cities.

Races Offered

5K

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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08:00

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€12.00

Half Marathon

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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08:00

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€33.00

Marathon

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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08:00

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€33.00

Marathon Relay (4 runners)

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 42K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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€104.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Skopje.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 9.7° / 19.4°

wb_sunny 8.1° / 18.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 4.7 /

water_drop 70.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 9.7° / 19.4°

wb_sunny 8.1° / 18.2°

air 4.7 km/h

water_drop 70.2%

About Skopje

Learn more about the host city, Skopje.

Skopje is the capital and largest city of the Republic of North Macedonia. Skopje is a city of many cultures and many centuries. The various groups that have controlled the city through its history have each left visible reminders of their reign: multiple Dardanian and Roman-era archaeological sites dot the city; Byzantine and Serbian Empire churches and monasteries can be found around the outskirts; a great wealth of Ottoman heritage fills the Stara Čaršija; commieblocks and other Soviet-style structures recall the Yugoslav era; and the current ruling party is erecting countless historicist neoclassical-style buildings in Centar. All of this comes together to form quite an interesting city.