Ready, Set, Go! Join Runtalya this April!
Runtalya: Antalya International Marathon Returns on April 6!
Runtalya will return in 2025 for its 20th edition, starting on April 6, 2025. As one of the most anticipated running events in Turkey, it continues to attract thousands of runners from around the world. Don't miss the chance to take part, running along the Mediterranean coast while exploring the beautiful Antalya!
What is the Runtalya Marathon?
Runtalya, organized by Fraport TAV, a global leader in airport services, is Turkey’s largest lifestyle marathon. It has been held every year since 2006. In other words three-day sports festival that combines healthy living with fun activities, including pre-race, race day, and post-race events.
As a member of the International Association of Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), the event guarantees a well-organized race. Runners from all over the world come to take part, and the event offers a chance to run through beautiful natural surroundings and historic sites.
Runtalya brings together over 10,000 runners from different stages each year. The age limits for the Runtalya Marathon are not strict, but each category has specific minimum age requirements. Participants in the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 10K Team categories must be born on or before March 3, 2007, and meet the necessary health conditions. The minimum age for the 5K race is 16. In addition, children aged 4-12 can participate in the Little Steps Race, which is aimed at kids.
How to Register for Runtalya?
To participate, runners must register online before the event. The registration process includes choosing the race category (Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 10K Team, or 5K Social Run) and paying the necessary fees.
Runtalya registration deadline is March 31st. Specific rules for each category are available during registration, and participants should check the official event website for detailed information.
Programme/ 1st Day - April 4, Friday
10:00 - 19:00 EXPO | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
10:00 - 19:00 Race Kit Distribution | Glass Pyramid |
17:00 - 19:00 Opening Party | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
Programme/ 2nd Day - April 5, Saturday
10:00 - 19.00 EXPO | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
10:00 - 19:00 Race Kit Distribution | Glass Pyramid |
12:00 - 15:00 Pasta Party | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
14:00 Little Steps Run | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
16:00 - 17:00 Runtalya Shake Out Run by Asics | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
17:00 - 19:00 Concert | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
Programme/ 3rd Day - April 6, Sunday
07:30 Warm Up by Asics at Warm Up Stage | Atatürk Cultural Center |
08:45 Wheelchair Race Start | Atatürk Cultural Center Footbridge |
09:00 Marathon Start | Atatürk Cultural Center Footbridge |
09:15 Half Marathon Start | Atatürk Cultural Center Footbridge |
09:20 5K Run Start | Atatürk Cultural Center Footbridge |
09:45 10K - 10K Team Run Start | Atatürk Cultural Center Footbridge |
13:30 42K - 21K Awards Ceremony | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
14:00 Closing Concert | Glass Pyramid - Runtalya Village |
Now, don't miss one of Turkey’s top running events! Known as one of the best marathons in Turkey, it offers a stunning marathon route in Antalya, passing through beautiful coastal and city views.