Three days of sports and events
From April 9-11, 2026, the Milano Running Festival, the event that serves as the heartbeat of the Wizz Air Milano Marathon, returns.
A village open to everyone: runners, families, children, wellness enthusiasts, the curious and tourists. Here you will be able to pick up your bib number, discover the latest from the world of running, meet the top running brands, participate in talks, trainings, activities and entertainment moments.
Not only sports, but also experiences: workshops for children, interactive areas, food court and many initiatives designed to live the wait for the marathon in a festive and engaging atmosphere.
Come and breathe in the energy of the marathon before you even put on your running shoes.
What you’ll find at the Milano Running Festival
Inside the Village you will find:
🏃♂️ Expo Area with leading brands from the world of running, wellness and sports tech
🎫 Bib pickup for all races of the weekend (Marathon, Relay Marathon, Family Run, Dog Run)
🎤 Talks and interviews with athletes, coaches, ambassadors and creators
💗 Charity Plaza, the area dedicated to nonprofit organizations in the Charity Program, where you can learn about solidarity projects and choose which one to support
🎁 Gadgets, promos and exclusive products from sponsors and official partners
📸 Photo spots and installations to tell the story of your experience
Three days of sports, excitement and community in one space open to all, with free admission.
The exhibitors
The best of the running world meet at the Milano Running Festival to present the latest and top products.
The stage
A schedule full of appointments with sports greats who will share their experiences. Find out about these and many other appointments.
2025 edition Program
Thursday 3rd April
17:00 - 17:30
Milano Running Festival opening ceremony and ribbon cutting ceremony
17:40 - 18:00
Levissima speech on sustainability
Friday 4th April
11:00 - 12:00
Giro-E Jerseys and Team Presentation
14:30 - 14:40
Charity presentation - RunChallenge
15:00 - 15:20
Marathon Route Presentation
16:20 - 16:30
Charity presentation - Fondazione Italiana Diabete
16:40 - 16:50
Charity presentation - L'Orma Coach di Quartiere
17:10 - 17:30
Decathlon presentation
17:10 - 17:30
"Caro Marziano, memorie di corsa solidale" Presentation, in memory of Fabrizio Cosi - in collaboration with Rete Del Dono
19:20 - 19:30
Charity of the Year - Fondazione TOG
Saturday 5th April
10:30 - 10:40
Charity presentation - SPORT SENZA FRONTIERE
11:30 - 11:50
Presentazione atleti ASICS
12:00 - 12:20
NAMED presentation, with Eyob Faniel
12:30 - 13:00
Arcaplanet presentation with Monica Gagliardi
13:20 - 13:30
Charity presentation - AISM (Associazione Italiana Sclerosi Multipla)
15:00 - 15:10
Charity presentation - Yousport
15:00 - 16:00
Arcaplanet Dog Run Start
16:30 - 17:00
Pacer presentation - Renzo Barbugian
17:40 - 17:50
Richard Whitehead
18:30 - 19:00
Street Music Festival
Running Festival activities
Wall of fame
Write your name and become part of Milan’s running history and the Wizz Air Milano Marathon 2024
Charity Plazza
A space to find NPOs that are part of the Charity Program and learn more about their projects
Pacing Advice
Meet “the angels” who will help and motivate you to get to the finish line on marathon day
Find out what kind of athlete you are
In this space you will be supervised by FIDAL coaches who will help you recognize your skills in the world of athletics.
Massage area
Thanks to the folks at Ecolife, you can enjoy a massage that will prepare you for the big day.
