Paella Party

There are many ways to discover Valencia and one of them is through the city’s cuisine. The idea of a pasta party has been adapted to reflect local tastes with a dish that is just as healthy: The Paella Party La Fallera.

The Paella Party La Fallera takes place on the Saturday before the race, in the outdoor area of Expo 42K at Feria Valencia. Attendees will receive a picnic consisting of a serving of paella, along with a drink, bread, fruit, and an ice cream, to enjoy at the tables there in a fun and lively atmosphere. All in sustainable, recyclable containers.

To take part in the Paella Party La Fallera, you must purchase a ticket in advance through our website.

“On the day of the event, tickets can be purchased at the entrance (10€ in cash), provided that portions and menus are still available.

Information:

Valencian paella: gluten-free

Bread (gluten-free option)

Notice

The organization may cancel this event if weather conditions do not allow it to take place, informing runners through the official social media channels and by email.

Presentation 42k

In the Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso Zurich, the fourth fastest in the world (2h01:48), you will find the ideal circuit for achieving your personal best time. The time of year, ideal for long distance races, the perfect temperature (between 12 degrees and 17 degrees) together with the incomparable backdrop to the race, the City of Arts and Sciences, make this marathon one of the most outstanding events on the national and international scene.

Highlights

Next edition:

6 December 2026

Organisers:

SD Correcaminos

Ajuntament de València

Distinctions:

World Athletics Platinum Label

Best Marathon in Spain by the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation (RFEA)

Records:

Sisay Lemma – 2:01:48 – 2023 – Sixth best time in history

Joyciline Jepkosgei – 2:14:00 – 2025 – Fourth best time in history

Route:

The Valencia Marathon route, which starts at Plaça de la Marató and ends at the footbridge over the water in the City of Arts and Sciences, is the ideal circuit for setting records. It is completely flat and at sea level. It runs along wide avenues and through the historic city centre, where the main tourist attractions are located. In addition, there are numerous entertainment points along the route to help you keep up your pace.

Runners’ Expo:

Expo 42K Feria Valencia is where runners can pick up their race number and race bag. It is held on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday before the race.

International runners:

If you are coming from another country to run in Valencia, we recommend that you arrange your trip through Welcome to Valencia, the official travel service for the race, where you will find the best services and prices for runners (late check-out, welcome gift, etc.).

Abbott WMM world rankings by age group

The Valencia Marathon is a qualifying race for the Abbott WMM world rankings by age group.

Charity partner:

Every year, the Valencia Marathon has a charity partner, which receives voluntary donations from runners during the registration process, as well as a cheque from the Z Zurich Foundation.
Click here for full details about the charity partner of the Valencia Marathon.

Social media:

Our social media channels are an essential way to keep up to date with all the latest news about the races:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maratonvalencia/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maratonvalencia
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/maratonvalencia
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Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/valencia-ciudad-del-running-454143
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maratonvalencia/

Organise your trip – Welcome to Valencia

If you want to book your hotel reservation directly and make the most of your trip to Valencia, you can use the www.welcometovalencia.com web site, which features a lot of associated hotels and apartments.

Tourist Packs

The ‘WelcomeToValencia’ web site lets you manage all the services you need for your journey and stay in ‘Valencia – The Running City’, so that you can focus on the trial, slip on your running shoes and enjoy one of Spain’s best races.

Services for Runners

Guaranteed cheapest prices for rooms in the programme.
Money back in the event of cancellation arising from injury.
Late check-out (up to 4 P.M.) on the day of the race.
Special services in hotels (gym, swimming pool, etc.).
Marathon breakfast from 6 A.M. onwards.
Transfers to and from the Start included on the day of the trial for hotels sited over 2 kilometres away (for runners and their companions).

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News

Parallel Events

The Bimbo Valencia Breakfast Run is a training session held the day before the Valencia Marathon in the Jardí del Túria, bringing together runners from multiple countries to run 5K.

The MSC Valencia Mini Marathon is a race for children held on the Saturday before the marathon, with different distances depending on the category of the “young athletes”.

Paella Party La Fallera brings together thousands of runners and their companions on the day before the Valencia Marathon to enjoy the most international dish and get the best carbohydrate boost before running the 42 kilometres.

At the heart of Expo 42K Feria Valencia, we will once again find La Placeta INNSiDE by Melia Valencia Oceanic. A space where, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday December, talks related to the world of running will be held, as well as key events of the Valencia Marathon, such as the presentation of the elite athletes.

Rookies’ Corner by Serrano is a forum for those who are about to run their first marathon to discuss how to do their best.

The Medal Party is the official post-Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso Zurich party, which will be held on the Sunday afternoon of the race.

Running Fallero gets the Valencia Ciudad de Running’s ‘Fallas’ Associations involved in the big day. There will be a competition for the best Fallas association cheer station and a ranking for Fallero runners in the marathon. Other initiatives are also held throughout the year.

Through the ‘Shops also Run the Marathon‘ initiative, establishments in the city’s old centre support the Valencia Marathon through different initiatives and by adding to the festive atmosphere on the day of the race.

Marathon to School is an educational initiative designed to energise nursery and primary schools around the world of running and the Valencia Marathon, enabling children to learn about the marathon through play.

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