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The Valencia Half Marathon has officially confirmed the date for its 2025 edition and shared details about the eagerly awaited registration opening. With the 2024 race still fresh in the minds of thousands of runners, the organization invites everyone who dreams of repeating the experience or trying it for the first time to be ready to reserve their spot in the world’s fastest 21K race.
The event will once again make Valencia the center of the half-marathon world, attracting both amateur runners and international elites. Here’s everything you need to know about when and how to secure your place, along with a recap of the impressive figures from the 2024 edition, where a new world record solidified Valencia’s reputation as the fastest half marathon course globally.
When will the Valencia Half Marathon 2025 take place?
The official date is confirmed: the Valencia Half Marathon Trinidad Alfonso Zurich 2025 will be held on October 26. As usual, the course will provide a fast track designed to achieve record times, maintaining the conditions that have made it a favorite race worldwide. This date is firmly marked on the calendar for runners, who look forward to October as the ideal time to enjoy this unique event in the city of running.
Priority Registration for Valencia Half Marathon 2024 Runners
If you participated in the 2024 edition, you’re in luck: the organizers have reserved a week of priority registration for all runners from this year. This means that before the general registration opens, you’ll have the opportunity to secure your spot for 2025. This priority is essential, as entries usually sell out fast. So, if you want to repeat the experience in Valencia and not miss out, mark early December on your calendar.
General Registration Opening in December 2024
For everyone who didn’t run in 2024 but wants to join the Valencia Half Marathon 2025, general registration will open during the first week of December, always after the Valencia Marathon. Registration will be available on the official race website, where you can reserve your spot in just a few minutes. It’s highly recommended to be ready when registration opens, as high demand can cause entries to sell out quickly.
Recap in Numbers: Valencia Half Marathon 2024
The 2024 edition of the Valencia Half Marathon has left impressive numbers, reaffirming its position among elite international races. Here’s a look at the records and achievements reached:
- New Men’s World Record: Yomif Kejelcha stopped the clock at 57:30, setting a new world best in the 21.097 meters distance. Kejelcha broke the previous record by one second, bringing the title of the world’s fastest half marathon back to Valencia.
- Women’s Category Record: Agnes Ngetich crossed the finish line with a remarkable time of 1:03:04, making it the second-fastest women’s time in history and the best time of 2024.
- Spanish National Record (Women): Newly nationalized runner Kaoutar Boulaid set a new Spanish record with a time of 1:08:47, surpassing the previous record by Laura Luengo.
- Massive Participation: With 25,000 runners at the start line, the event strengthened its position as the second-most popular half marathon in Europe.
These figures place the Valencia Half Marathon at the forefront of running, drawing elite athletes and thousands of fans eager to experience the best 21K course.
Ready to be part of this unique experience in 2025? Registration opens in December, so reserve your spot and get ready to enjoy the best of Valencia’s running culture!
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Hello,
could you send me an email when registration for 2025 for the half marathon is open. I join the super halfs and would like to run in 2025 in Valencia.
Thank you!
Brigitte