Malta Marathon
Run the Ancient Knights' Island Through 7,000 Years of History.
Race day
22
Feb 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Malta Marathon took place on February 22, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
See the 2027 Malta MarathonRun the Ancient Knights' Island Through 7,000 Years of History.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 22 February 2026Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start time | 09:00 local (Europe/Malta)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half MarathonCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Location | Valletta, MaltaCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start area | Mdina Silent City, Mdina, Malta MDN 1000Confirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Entry price | €40–€70Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Point to point · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 100 mCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 3,500 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Malta MarathonCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Official website | maltamarathon.comOrganizer · 25 May 2026 | Organizer | 25 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 25 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 25 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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Start in Mdina's medieval Silent City and run 7,000 years of history to Valletta — Europe's smallest capital.
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Performance claims need source checks
Malta Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Valletta, Malta, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, point to point course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Malta Marathon is currently listed for February 22, 2026, which makes the February planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Valletta, Malta, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
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- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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