Half Marathon of Flowers
The half marathon on the San Benedetto del Tronto seafront
About Half of Flowers
A classic race on the Riviera delle Palme
The Half Marathon of Flowers is one of the reference running events in San Benedetto del Tronto, in the province of Ascoli Piceno (Marche). Founded in 2000, every year in spring it transforms the seafront of the Riviera delle Palme into a large race circuit, where elite athletes, masters, and simple enthusiasts share the same start for 21.097 kilometers along the Adriatic Sea.
A fast and flat course
The route is one of the reasons for the event's success: completely flat and traffic-free, it winds along the city's avenues and seafront, crossing the most scenic parts of the coast. It is an ideal course for those seeking their personal best, immersed in a natural setting of sea, palm trees, and open sky. The start and finish are in Piazza Giorgini, the beating heart of the event.
Three distances for everyone
The main day is Sunday, with the simultaneous start of the 21.097 km half marathon and the 10.5 km Stracittadina, followed by non-competitive races and the 4 km walk open to families and beginners. Saturday is dedicated to the younger generation, with youth races over various distances and a treasure hunt to discover the city designed for children and families.
A national showcase for athletics
Organized by Atletica Avis San Benedetto del Tronto, the race has grown to host important national events, such as the Italian Master Half Marathon Championships, and to be included in circuits like the Criterium Piceni&Pretuzi. Over the years, the finish line has seen top Kenyan and Italian athletes triumph, confirming the technical value of the course. Each edition attracts over two thousand participants from numerous Italian regions, making the Half Marathon of Flowers an event capable of combining sports competition and tourism promotion for the Piceno territory.
Half of Flowers — edition 2026
The 26th edition of the Half Marathon of Flowers was held in San Benedetto del Tronto on the weekend of April 11-12, 2026, organized by Atletica Avis San Benedetto del Tronto as part of the Criterium Piceni&Pretuzi circuit.
Over 2,300 participants enlivened the three scheduled distances: the 21.097 km half marathon, the 10.5 km race, and the 4 km family walk. Among the largest groups was Palestra Olympia from Porto d'Ascoli, with 55 registered participants. Runners came from various Italian regions, including Umbria, Lazio, Emilia Romagna, Calabria, and Lombardy.
Programme Half of Flowers 2026
Saturday, April 11 — Youth Day
- 3:30 PM — Youth races over various distances in Viale Buozzi and Piazza Giorgini
- Simultaneously — Treasure hunt to discover the city for children and families
- Afternoon — Opening of the Expo Village for bib and race pack collection
Sunday, April 12 — Main Race
- 7:30 AM — Athletes' meeting in Piazza Giorgini
- 9:15 AM — Official start of the Half Marathon (21.097 km) and the Stracittadina (10.5 km)
- Following — Start of the non-competitive races and the 4 km walk open to all
- 11:30 AM — Award ceremony and event closing
Highlights Half of Flowers 2026
Victory in the men's half marathon for Kenyan Lengen Lolkurraru in 1h03'57", ahead of Laban Kipkemboi (7 seconds behind) and Italian Valerio Santoro (Polisportiva Eppe Merla). Among the women, Nyabocha Nyaboke won in 1h13'40", followed by Giulia Giorgi (Calcestruzzi Corradini) and Simona Santini (Atletica 85 Faenza).
Prices Half of Flowers 2026
Practical information — Half of Flowers
How to get there
By car: A14 motorway, exit San Benedetto del Tronto, then follow signs for the seafront. By train: San Benedetto del Tronto station is on the Bologna-Bari Adriatic line, a few minutes' walk from the start area.
Start and finish
Meeting point and start in Piazza Giorgini, on the seafront. On Sunday, the athletes' meeting is scheduled for the morning, with a single start for the half marathon and the Stracittadina.
Registration and information
Registration and bib collection at the Expo Village set up near the start. For information: Atletica Avis San Benedetto del Tronto, website www.avisatleticasbt.it; Municipal Tourism Office, tel. 0735 794229, email [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Half of Flowers
Lungomare di San Benedetto del Tronto
Piazza Giorgini, 63074 San Benedetto del Tronto