Less than twenty days left until the scheduled date of the Valencia Marathon, preparations are already underway at the City of Arts and Sciences, where the iconic blue finish line walkway marking the runners’ arrival is starting to take shape. Despite ongoing uncertainty around the event’s final confirmation due to the recent impact of the DANA storms, the event organizers are moving forward with preparations, aiming to ensure everything is ready for the day of this iconic race.
Awaiting a final confirmation for the 2024 Valencia Marathon
Although the first steps of the setup are already underway, an official confirmation from the event’s organizers and the Valencia City Council remains a key requirement for the Trinidad Alfonso Zurich Valencia Marathon to go ahead smoothly. In this context, the authorities and organizers face the challenge of deciding if the city is prepared to welcome the 35,000 runners expected to compete in this year’s edition.
A formal announcement is expected this week to confirm whether the event will proceed as planned. Meanwhile, athletes, locals, and visitors continue their training, eager to participate in this iconic race on its scheduled date, hoping that all their hard work and anticipation will not be in vain.
Businesses and workers who depend on the event’s confirmation
The Valencia Marathon represents a vital income opportunity for thousands of local workers and freelancers. Setup companies, transportation agencies, security teams, medical staff, cleaning personnel, catering companies, and many others rely on the activity generated by this event each year, allowing many to close the year with a positive balance. The economy of Valencia, particularly in tourism and related services, benefits greatly from the economic impact the Marathon generates. Specifically, the tourist spending associated with the event is estimated at over 31 million euros.
For these workers and freelancers, the event’s final confirmation means not only the chance to perform their work but also the assurance of a crucial source of income that boosts the local economy and provides quality services to the thousands of participants and their companions. However, until an official decision is communicated regarding the event’s celebration, uncertainty remains for these professionals, who depend heavily on the revenue generated by such events.
The start of the setup for the blue walkway, alongside the installation of fences and other infrastructures, is an encouraging sign for those hoping for confirmation in the coming days, though one last step remains.
All in all, the atmosphere in Valencia is already transforming in preparation for one of its most significant events of the year, a celebration that goes beyond a sporting competition, leaving a positive impact on both the economy and the local community.
Mired is a journalist passionate about sports and a critic specialized in large-scale events, who collaborates with our website to offer a unique perspective on the world’s most important races. Known for her ability to spot key details across multiple websites and her deep knowledge of the Valencia Marathon and Half Marathon, Mired combines detailed analysis with a fresh narrative that reflects her expertise, authority, and trustworthiness. Follow her posts to stay up to date with the latest news in the world of running and sports events in Valencia.
