What distances are available for the Riga Marathon 2026?

• →Marathon (42.195 km)
• →Half Marathon (21.0975 km)
• →10 km
• →6 km (~5.7 km)
• →Signet Bank 42 km Relay (4-person team: legs of 10.5 km, 6.5 km, 12.5 km, and 12.7 km)
• →Signet Bank 21 km Relay (2-person team: legs of 10.2 km and 10.9 km)

What is the race schedule for May 17, 2026?

• →07:30 — Half Marathon (21 km) | Elite / Pro runners only
• →07:35 — Marathon (42 km)
• →07:35 — Signet Bank 42 km Relay (4-person team)
• →09:30 — Half Marathon (21 km) | Open
• →09:30 — Signet Bank 21 km Relay (2-person team)
• →12:30 — 10 km
• →14:30 — 6 km (Wave 1)
• →15:30 — 6 km (Wave 2)

What can runners expect from the race course?

The course is designed to be largely flat, fast, and fully traffic-free, making it suitable for personal best attempts. All distances hold the World Athletics Road Race Label. The route traverses both sides of the Daugava River, crosses two major bridges, and passes through Mežaparks, the largest park in Riga. Detailed maps can be found at Rimi ↗.

How are the 6 km race starts organized?

The 6 km distance is split into two distinct waves to manage participant flow:

• →Wave 1 starts at 14:30
• →Wave 2 starts at 15:30

The specific start time for each runner is determined by their bib number.

When and where can participants pick up their race bibs?

Expo and bib pickup activities are held over two days:

• →May 15–16, 2026
• →Location: Rimi Olympic Centre