Kyiv Marathon
KyivUkraine
Next race
Sunday, 25 April 2027
9:00 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Urban road
Elevation
Rolling · 88 m gain
88 m climbing
Race profile
Overview
The Kyiv Marathon draws approximately 7,500 finishers on an urban road in Kyiv, Ukraine. The course starts and finishes at Maidan Nezalezhnosti. The route passes Khreshchatyk, the Dnipro embankment, and Mariinsky Park. Mostly flat with gentle undulations on river crossings.
Kyiv Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
- Typical participants
Approximately 7,500 finishers
- Weather
- Course records
- Men: 2:19:17 — Andriy Naumov (2013)Women: 2:44:41 — Tetiana Rybalchenko (2013)
Course & terrain
Kyiv Marathon course
Route map and elevation profile for race-week planning.
The Kyiv Marathon is a city loop that starts and finishes at Maidan Nezalezhnosti and passes Khreshchatyk, the Dnipro embankment, and Mariinsky Park. The embankment miles are the easiest because they are the flattest, the return toward the higher central streets is tougher, and spectator support is strongest around Maidan and Khreshchatyk with more clusters along the river and park approaches.
Kyiv Marathon route map
The Kyiv Marathon course is rolling over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 88 metres of climbing and 88 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
- Elevation
Rolling · 88 m gain — approx. 179 m above sea level
↑ 88 m · ↓ 88 m · net 0 m
Registration
Kyiv Marathon entry requirements
The Kyiv Marathon accepts entries through kyivmarathon.org on a first-come, first-served basis with no qualifying time required. Registration for the September or October race typically opens in spring. Given the event's significance as Ukraine's largest marathon, international runners should monitor the official website for current registration windows and any security-related participant guidance.
Getting there
Kyiv Marathon travel
Airports closest to Kyiv for flight planning and race-week travel.
- Closest airport
Gomel (GME)
Gomel Airport
233 km / 145 mi
Race footage
Kyiv Marathon videos
Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.
Kyiv City Marathon 2014 Highlights. Official teaser
Official Teaser for Kyiv City Marathon 2014
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Kyiv Marathon elevation profile?
- The Kyiv Marathon has 88 metres of total climbing and 88 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is rolling, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- Where can I find the Kyiv Marathon route map?
- This page includes a Kyiv Marathon course map showing the full 42.195 km route from start to finish. Passes Khreshchatyk, the Dnipro embankment, and Mariinsky Park.
- How long is the Kyiv Marathon?
- The Kyiv Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes at Maidan Nezalezhnosti.
- What time does the Kyiv Marathon start?
- The 2027 Kyiv Marathon starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 25 April 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Is the Kyiv Marathon Ukraine's largest road marathon?
- Yes. The Kyiv Marathon (Nova Poshta Kyiv Half Marathon & Marathon) is Ukraine's largest road running event, historically drawing thousands of domestic and international participants. It is a symbol of Ukrainian civil society and has continued to be organised as an act of resilience.
- Does the Kyiv Marathon run along the Dnipro River?
- Yes. The Dnipro (Dnieper) River — Ukraine's great waterway — frames the eastern side of Kyiv, and the course routes along its scenic bluffs and parkways. Runners also pass through Podil (the historic lower city), Khreshchatyk Boulevard, and Maidan Nezalezhnosti (Independence Square).
- When is the Kyiv Marathon held?
- The race is typically held on the fourth Sunday of April, when Kyiv's spring weather (10–18 °C) is at its most agreeable.
- Is the Kyiv Marathon course flat?
- Mostly flat to gently rolling, with approximately 88 metres of total climbing. Kyiv is built on hills above the Dnipro, so some sections traverse elevated terrain in the city centre, but the overall course is manageable and broadly flat.
- What is the significance of running through Maidan Nezalezhnosti at the Kyiv Marathon?
- Maidan Nezalezhnosti (Independence Square) is the symbolic heart of Ukrainian democracy, the site of the 2004 Orange Revolution and 2014 Euromaidan protests. Running through it carries deep historical and political resonance, making the Kyiv Marathon more than just a race.
Official resources
Kyiv Marathon links
Websites
Social Media
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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