Half Marathon
On this page you can find all the useful information on the first edition of the Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon 2024, which will be run on Sunday 20 October 2025 at 8:30 a.m. with start fromthe Circus Maximus and finish at the Coliseum.
Route, registration, race kit, services, results, our FAQs cover all useful topics for those preparing to run the marathon. Should you still not find an answer to your questions, you can contact us directly at info@romehalfmarathon.it
The subscription
How can I check if I’m correctly registered?
You can verify your registration via the official website by entering your surname, first name and date of birth on this page.
What is the time limit for finishing the race?
The maximum time to complete the race is 3 hours and 30 minutes with two gates. One at km.10 for those who do not transit within 1h40 and one at km. 15 for those who do not transit within 2h30. Athletes who do not transit after these times will be asked to stop by the officials.
Until when can I register for the Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon?
The last available day to register for the Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon will be on monday 7 october 2024.
Is there a minimum age to partecipate?
Yes, the minimum age to participate in the Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon is 18 years old.
Raceday info
Is there a bag deposit for the Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon?
Yes, a bag deposit service is provided near the start/finish area. We recommend that you do not place too much weight on your bag and that you do not put delicate and/or valuable items in it, but only what you need to change. The organisation accepts no liability for any damage and for what is contained in the bags. Further details will be announced later.
What time does the Wizz air Rome Half Marathon start?
The race will start on the morning of October 20, 2024,at 08:30 a.m.
Is there parking nearby the start?
There are no specific indications on dedicated parking. However, it is advisable to use public transport to reach the starting area.
What is the time limit for finishing the race?
The maximum time to complete the race is 3 hours and 30 minutes with two gates. One at km.10 for those who do not transit within 1h40 and one at km. 15 for those who do not transit within 2h30. Athletes who do not transit after these times will be asked to stop by the officials.
The Bib
How can collect my individual bib?
Bibs and race packs will be collected at the Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon village on Friday 18 and Saturday 19 October 2024.
THERE WILL BE NO BIB AND RACE PACKET DELIVERY SERVICE ON SUNDAY 20 OCTOBER.
In order to collect your bib number, you will need to bring with you the printed Confirmation Letter and your identity document (confirmation letters can be downloaded from the website one week before the race).
You will also need to check that your registration is REGULAR (two green stickers). Check your registration here.
For athletes with irregular registration
- FIDAL MEMBERS
Athletes with FIDAL membership who have IRREGULAR REGISTRATION must regularise their membership position with their club before coming to collect their bib number.
Athletes who are suspended on the FIDAL portal (expired medical certificate) will not be able to collect their bib number even if they bring their valid medical certificate to the bib collection: it will be their President who will have to regularise their position on the Fidal portal and only when it has been regularised will they be given their bib number.
- RUNCARD CARD CARDHOLDERS
Runcard registered athletes with IRREGULAR registration must, as soon as they are in possession of it, upload the valid medical certificate on the Runcard portal and bring it in original at the bib collection
- TOURIST SPORTING GOALS
If you are a foreign athlete with residence abroad, you can participate with the Liability Waiver Form. In order to complete your registration simply go to your reserved area, read the liability waiver form, accept it with the check box and to validate your registration upload a copy of your identity document (where your nationality is clearly visible).
- MEMBERS OF CLUBS RECOGNIZED BY WORLD ATHLETICS
If you are members of clubs affiliated with foreign athletic associations recognized by WORLD ATHLETICS you have to send the Declaration for athletes registered with a Foreign Federation completed and signed by e-mail to info@romehalfmarathon.it The membership card must be valid on the date of the Rome Half Marathon, it must comply with all the rules and regulations on road running enforced in the athlete’s country of residence upon registration. To make the declaration valid, we ask you to also send a copy of your ID.
- IRREGULAR REGISTRATION DUE TO A DEBT
Athletes with IRREGULAR REGISTRATION due to a debt (debt does not mean the registration fee but a partial debt with respect to the same) if unable to pay the balance, they can pay directly at the Village by queuing up the irregulars.
When will I receive my confirmation letter?
The confimration letter will be sent one week before the race. In order to receive the confirmation letter, you must click on ‘VERIFY REGISTRATION’ and enter ‘NAME’-‘SURNAME’-‘DATE OF BIRTH’ and once in your personal area you will be able to download the confirmation letter.
Can I collect my race kit by proxy?
It is possible to collect the bib number for another athlete by filling in the DELEGATION already on the confirmation letter.
The confimration letter will be sent one week before the race. In order to receive the confirmation letter, you must click on ‘VERIFY REGISTRATION’ and enter ‘NAME’-‘SURNAME’-‘DATE OF BIRTH’ and once in your personal area you will be able to download the confirmation letter.
The delegate must show his/her own identity document and a copy of the delegating person’s document.
Without what has been specified above, IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO WITHDRAW THE BIB OF ANOTHER ATHLETE (not even if he/she is a Company Manager).
Can i collect my race kit on the day of the race?
No, the race kit will not be available on the day of the race. Make sure you pick it up on the days before Friday 18 and Saturday 19 at the village set up by Eataly Roma Ostiense.
When and how can I pick up my race kit?
The race kit can be collected at the event village, located at Eataly Roma Ostiense. You will need to bring with you an identity document and the confirmation letter available in your reserved area, one week before the event. Check that your registration is REGULAR (two OKs). In the case of collection by proxy, the delegating person must also complete and sign the lower part of the Confirmation Letter and give the letter and a copy of his/her ID to the delegate.
What is included in the race kit?
The race kit includes the race bib, a technical t-shirt and gadgets offered by the sponsors.
Charity
How do I run for a charity?
You can participate in the wizz air rome half marathon by running for a charity through the charity programme. This programme enables participants to support charitable causes by raising funds for one of the participating non-profit organisations. You can donate directly at the time of registration or get active further by creating a personal fundraising page on rete del dono, inviting friends and family to contribute.
I am a charity that wants to participate in the relay, how can i do it?
If you represent a charity and wish to participate in the relay marathon, the solidarity relay, your team will have to choose a project from one of the npos participating in the charity programme. The relay divides the half-marathon route into three fractions of about 7 km each, and the aim is not only to participate, but also to raise funds for the chosen cause.
The Village
Do I have to buy a ticket to access to the Eataly Village?
No you won’t need to buy an extra ticket to access to the Eataly Village. The village will be open to all who wish to enter and visit it during the 18th and 19th of october 2024.
How do I get to Eataly?
By metro, line B | Stop Piramide.
Take the subway and you will be at Eataly in just 5 minutes.
By bus:
- Lines 715 and 716 | Stop Benzoni/Pigafetta, 2 minutes’ walk.
- Lines 769 and 23 | Ostiense/Matteucci stop, not far from the shop.
From Fiumicino airport, by TAM bus | Eataly stop
The bus connects the airport to the shop, both on the outward and return journeys
Do you use the car? Eataly is in the heart of the Ostiense district!
- Drive along Via Ostiense or Via Cristoforo Colombo
- Head towards Piazzale 12 Ottobre 1492
- Leave your car in one of the parking areas near the entrance
- In less than 1 minute walk, you will be at Eataly Roma!
More Info
What happens if i feel sick during the race?
During the half marathon, there will be medical aid stations distributed along the route and at the finish line. You can ask the organisation staff for assistance if you feel unwell during the race.
Who do i contact in case of lost property?
For lost property, you can contact the assistance service in the race village or contact.
