LugoRun
The half marathon and sports festival of Lugo, in the heart of Bassa Romagna
About LugoRun
LugoRun, the running festival in Bassa Romagna
Every spring, Lugo, a town in the Bassa Romagna district in the province of Ravenna (Emilia-Romagna), transforms into a large open-air running circuit with LugoRun. More than just a running race, the event has become a true community celebration over the years, involving athletes, families, schools, and local associations, with the start and finish line in the heart of the city, the historic Pavaglione.
Three races for everyone
The program is divided into three races designed to involve every type of participant:
- LugoRun21K: the competitive half marathon on a certified 21.0975 km course, reserved for competitive athletes.
- LugoRun Walk: a non-competitive recreational walk of just over 8 km, open to everyone, with no rankings.
- LugoRun Kids – School Project: the race dedicated to the youngest, designed to involve schools in Bassa Romagna.
A route through the historic center
The course winds through the historic center of Lugo and its symbolic landmarks: from the Pavaglione, it heads towards Largo della Repubblica, runs along Via Baracca and Viale degli Orsini to Parco Il Tondo, skirts Porta di San Bartolomeo, passes behind the Teatro Rossini, and reaches Parco del Loto, the Canale dei Mulini, and the area of the Francesco Baracca Airport in Villa San Martino, before returning to the finish line via Corso Garibaldi.
The Adriano Guerrini Memorial
The absolute winner of the competitive race is awarded the Adriano Guerrini Memorial, a trophy dedicated to the historic mayor of Lugo (in office from 1965 to 1976) and handcrafted in mosaic by the Annafietta artisan workshop. Each edition also features a collectible medal celebrating a city monument: over the years, the Pavaglione, Francesco Baracca, the Rocca Estense, the Teatro Rossini, and Porta di San Bartolomeo have been honored.
A day of sport and celebration
Organized by the territorial committee UISP Ravenna-Lugo in collaboration with numerous local entities and ASD Liferunner, LugoRun attracts thousands of participants from all over Italy each year, confirming itself as one of the most beloved and attended running events in Emilia-Romagna.
LugoRun — edition 2026
LugoRun 2026: Record Edition
The 14th edition of LugoRun, scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026, with start and finish from Lugo's Pavaglione, set a historic participation record with a total of 3,420 athletes across the three races. The competitive half marathon LugoRun21K (21.0975 km) kicked off at 9:00 AM and was sold out with 520 registered participants, followed by the LugoRun Walk (approximately 1,300 participants) and LugoRun Kids – School Project, which involved about 1,600 young people from local schools.
Winners of the 21K
In the men's category, Luca Frontali triumphed with a time of 1h16'13", ahead of Lorenzo Cappelli and Fabio Pagliai. Among the women, Giorgia Bonci secured her third consecutive victory in 1h23'14", preceding Anna Rita Pellizzari and Alice Amadei. The absolute winner received the Memorial Adriano Guerrini.
The 2026 Medal
The medal for this edition, titled "The Door of Memories," paid homage to the Porta di San Bartolomeo, the fifth chapter in the series dedicated to Lugo's monuments. A day that confirmed LugoRun as a great celebration of sport and community in Bassa Romagna.
Programme LugoRun 2026
Program for Sunday, May 3, 2026
- 9:00 AM – Start of LugoRun21K, certified competitive half marathon (21.0975 km) from the Pavaglione
- 9:10 AM – Start of LugoRun Walk, non-competitive recreational walk (approx. 8 km)
- 9:30 AM – Start of LugoRun Kids – School Project
Course through the historic center of Lugo: Pavaglione, Largo della Repubblica, Via Baracca, Viale degli Orsini, Parco Il Tondo, Porta di San Bartolomeo, Teatro Rossini, Parco del Loto, Canale dei Mulini, area of F. Baracca Airport, and return via Corso Garibaldi.
Highlights LugoRun 2026
- Historic record: 3,420 total athletes
- LugoRun21K sold out with 520 participants
- 21K winners: Luca Frontali (1h16'13") and Giorgia Bonci (1h23'14", third consecutive win)
- Medal "The Door of Memories" dedicated to Porta di San Bartolomeo
- Adriano Guerrini Memorial awarded to the absolute winner
Prices LugoRun 2026
Practical information — LugoRun
How to get there
Lugo is located in Bassa Romagna, a few kilometers from the Lugo exit of the A14 dir. highway. By train, Lugo station is on the Castel Bolognese-Lavezzola line. The start and finish are at the Pavaglione, in the historic center.
Registration and costs
Registration can be done online on the official website lugorun.com, with the possibility to also register at the gazebos in the days preceding the race. The LugoRun Walk costs €12.00 with a t-shirt, or €3.00 (UISP, FIDAL, or other Athletics members) and €6.00 (other members or non-members) without a t-shirt. For LugoRun21K and LugoRun Kids, consult the official website.
Tips
During the event, traffic changes are planned in the center of Lugo: it is advisable to consult the municipal notices and reach the start area in advance.
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Where does it take place — LugoRun
Pavaglione di Lugo
Piazzale del Pavaglione, 48022 Lugo