Event guide
La Valette Marathon 2027 (Valletta Marathon)
An AIMS-certified spring road race and the only Maltese marathon qualifying for the World Marathon Majors. Routes start around Sliema and the north before all formats converge at the finish inside Fort St Angelo in Birgu (Vittoriosa).
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At a glance
- Dates
- Held annually in March (the 2026 edition was 22 March); 2027 date to be confirmed by the organiser.
- Where
- Fort St Angelo (finish), Birgu
- Price
- Entry fees vary by distance; register via the official site.
- Official
- lavalettemarathon.com ↗
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What to expect
- Malta's only AIMS-certified marathon and a World Marathon Majors qualifier
- Marathon, half-marathon, 10 km, 5 km, walkathon and kids' races
- Dramatic finish inside Fort St Angelo in historic Birgu
Planning tips
- The finish at Fort St Angelo is a short harbour hop from Valletta
- Newer and smaller than the February Malta Marathon — a different event
- Confirm the exact date with the organiser before booking travel
Build a day around it
Valletta events work best when the day stays low-effort: one event block, one food stop, and one slow walk for the harbour light — with buffer. Keep it simple and the city feels more beautiful.
- If you have 2–3 hours: arrive early → event → short waterfront/viewpoint loop.
- If you’re making a full day: one landmark block + event + a calm dinner plan.
- If the weather turns: keep walking minimal and use cafés/museums as your buffer.
Before you go
- Confirm the details: check the official link for last-minute schedule or venue updates.
- Arrive with buffer: 15–30 minutes early usually makes the whole experience calmer.
- Have a weather plan: keep one indoor “warm stop” in mind in case the day turns.