Event Guide

The Rimi Riga Marathon will once again bring together a record number of participants this year, filling the streets of Riga with more than 40,000 runners from over 110 countries around the world!

 

See you on May 16 – 17!

Program and Start Times
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May 15–16
10:00 – 20:00
May 16
8:30 – 14:30

Bike parking

Dome Square

8:30 – 14:30
9:00 – 14:00

Kids’ Day

11 November Embankment

9:00 – 14:00

200m and 400m distances

11 November Embankment

9:00 – 14:00

“Happy Babies” course

11 November Embankment

9:00 – 14:00

60m “Toyota WESS Grand Sprint”

11 November Embankment

9:00 – 14:00

Football, basketball, boxing, skateboarding, climbing wall, chess, yoga and other exciting Kids’ Day activities

11 November Embankment

11:00
11:30

DPD Mile (1609m)

Start at Latvian National Museum of Art, finish at Freedom Monument

12:15

Award ceremony for the DPD Mile and the Latvian Championship in the Mile

Freedom Monument

May 17 – all starts at 11 November Embankment
6:00 – 18:00
6:30 – 18:00

Bag storage and bike parking

Dome Square

7:30

Professional Runners – 21km

Start for invited elite athletes only

7:35

42km

11 November Embankment

9:00

Award ceremony for 21km winners

11 November Embankment

9:30

21km (including DPD Fast)

11 November Embankment

10:30

Award ceremony for 42km winners

11 November Embankment

~ 11:00

Awards ceremony for Latvian Championship 42km and top Latvians in 21km (elite start)

11 November Embankment

12:30

10km

11 November Embankment

13:45

Award ceremony for 10km winners

11 November Embankment

14:30
15:30

6km

11 November Embankment

15:45

Award ceremony for 6km winners

11 November Embankment


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May 16

DPD Mile
Kids’ Day
Toyota WESS Grand Sprint
200m un 400m

May 17

42km – Marathon
21km – Half marathon
10km
6km
Signet Bank 42km Relay
Signet Bank 21km Relay
Start order (May 16)

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Start order (May 17)

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Kids’ Day

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Signet Bank Relays

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Bib number pick-up

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EXPO

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DPD Fast

Open
Garmin Pace Keepers

Open
What awaits you on the course

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What awaits you at the finish line

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Download on the App Store

Download the official Rimi Riga Marathon app, created in collaboration with Signet Bank

In the mobile app, anyone interested can track the progress and location of their relatives, friends or colleagues on the course, giving them the opportunity to meet their supporters in the most suitable places.

Right after the finish, the mobile app will provide both the results of the participant and the leaders.

Participant Services At The Dome Square

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Inclusive Marathon

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Prioritise your safety!

Your safety and health on the course are far more important than any records, podium finishes, smartwatch stats, or the valuable time (let’s be honest – probably at least half a year) you’ve spent training.

There will be many more opportunities to challenge yourself – the Rimi Riga Marathon will be back next year. Let’s make sure your experience remains a positive one!

Tap the information blocks to learn more!

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Your well-being comes first!

Regardless of your fitness level, how you feel on race day is the most important factor. Be honest with yourself and listen to your body.

If you experience a sudden deterioration in your health, feel unwell, nauseous, dizzy, in pain, or notice anything else that is significantly different from normal physical fatigue, please stop the race immediately!

Knowing when to stop is a sign of maturity and responsibility towards your own health. The marathon will be here again next year!

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How to run safely in hot weather?

Running in hot conditions puts additional strain on your heart and cardiovascular system.

To stay safe:

Hydrate well

Start drinking fluids early and consistently throughout the weekend – not just before the start or when you already feel thirsty! There will be plenty of water on the course and at the finish, and don’t forget to use the cooling sprinklers.

Slow it down

In the heat, let go of personal best goals – reduce your pace and run smart.

Dress appropriately

Choose light, breathable clothing, wear a hat, and use sunscreen.

Carry your own water

Although there will be sufficient water stations along the course, we recommend bringing your own bottle so you can drink and cool down whenever needed. If helpful, arrange a specific meeting point where family or friends can cheer you on – and maybe even provide a refreshing splash of cold water!

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Practical safety tips

Before heading to the start, make sure you have taken the necessary preparations:

Know the course: find out where the water stations, sprinklers, and medical points are located.

Plan your logistics: agree on a specific meeting point with family or friends – either along the course or after the finish at November 11 Embankment.

Rest well: make sure you are well-rested and properly fueled before race day.

Bib information: fill in the medical information on the back of your bib!

Medical information on the back of the race bib

Fill in the medical information on the back of your bib.

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Medical information on your bib

All participants are required to fill in the medical form on the back of their race bib. This information is critically important for medical staff to provide quick and accurate assistance if needed on the course.

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Medical assistance on the course

If you or another participant feel unwell during the race, seek medical help by calling 113 and stating the code word “MARATHON” (the code word helps medical staff react faster and provide assistance), along with the participant’s bib number and location.

If you need help on the track, look for helpers wearing “MEDICAL HELP” shirts at each water point.

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Check yourself before the marathon!

If you cannot apply any of these statements to yourself, we recommend that you withdraw from the race, especially if you plan to run the half and full marathons.

Tap the blocks to complete the test and see our recommendation below!

Free public transport for the participants

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Traffic Restrictions

Open
Award ceremony

Open
Rimi Team Cup

Open

Digital Wallet Offers

Our partners have prepared special discounts and offers for all Rimi Riga Marathon participants. Don’t miss out – take advantage!


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Medals RIGA

For all finishers – the first medal in the new “RIGA” series, featuring the warm and expressive art of Boriss Bērziņš!

We have created a new and unique medal series, “RIGA”, in collaboration with the Latvian National Museum of Art and design studio KID Design. Over the next four years, each year’s medal will represent one letter from the word “RIGA”. Let this be an extra motivation to return to Riga and, by 2030, complete a collectible series of medals inspired by Latvian art and the name of the city.

This year’s Rimi Riga Marathon artwork features Boriss Bērziņš piece “In Waves”.

Finisher medals series • 2026–2029
2026
Medal R
2027
Medal I
2028
Medal G
2029
Medal A
The letters for future years are shown as placeholders until each year’s medal artwork is revealed.
Boriss Bērziņš “In Waves” (1970–2001) © Collection of the Latvian National Museum of Art.
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From May 18 to 24, “Medal Week” will take place at Spice, where Rimi Riga Marathon participants can enjoy special discounts in various stores by showing their Rimi Riga Marathon medal.

Offers coming soon!

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Divi krekli ar Bērziņa mākslu

Two shirts featuring Bērziņš’s art!

Choose between the official Nike running shirt and the Art Series shirt inspired by Boriss Bērziņš artwork. If you purchased your Rimi Riga Marathon official Nike running shirt or Art Series shirt during registration, you can collect it at the EXPO after picking up your bib.


Buy Official Shirts from Sportland
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If you missed the chance during registration but would still like to purchase the Art Series shirt, you can return to your registration profile and add it. Shirts will also be available for purchase at the Rimi Riga Marathon EXPO at the Rimi Olympic Center on May 15–16.

Where to cheer in the city?

If you’re planning to cheer this year, check out the key spots along the course you shouldn’t miss!


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