{"id":207,"date":"2015-07-24T07:27:07","date_gmt":"2015-07-24T09:27:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/new.vilniausmaratonas.lt\/nuostatai"},"modified":"2026-05-04T13:23:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T10:23:59","slug":"nuostatai","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vilniausmaratonas.lt\/en\/informacija\/nuostatai\/","title":{"rendered":"Rules"},"content":{"rendered":"

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REGULATIONS FOR THE <\/strong>VILNIUS MARATHON<\/strong><\/h2>\n

By registering, the participant confirms that they agree to the event regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n

GENERAL PART<\/b><\/h3>\n


\n<\/b><\/b><\/b>Vilnius City Municipality and Public Institution \u201cTarptautinis maratonas\u201d are organizing the \u201cSwedbank Vilnius Marathon\u201d (hereinafter \u2013 the Run) on September 13, 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES<\/b><\/h3>\n
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  1. To popularize running culture in Lithuania and encourage interest in running.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. To increase the number of mass events in the city of Vilnius.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. To increase the activity of city residents.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. To promote and encourage running as a healthy lifestyle.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. To identify the strongest runners in the distances.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    DISTANCES<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Participants of the Run will be able to choose the following distances:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. \u201cSwedbank\u201d Marathon \u2013 42.195 km;<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Half Marathon \u2013 21.098 km;<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. 10 km Run;<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. 5 km Run;<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. \u201cMarsie\u010diai\u201d Children\u2019s Run \u2013 200 m (for children aged 2\u201312 years inclusive).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      START PLACE AND TIME<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Start at Cathedral Square (\u0160ventaragio St.)<\/span><\/p>\n

      The exact event program will be specified as the event approaches. Preliminary program: <\/span>https:\/\/www.vilniausmaratonas.lt\/programa\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

      TIME LIMITS<\/b><\/h3>\n
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      1. Marathon \u2013 5 hours 30 min.<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Half Marathon \u2013 3 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. 10 km Run \u2013 1 hour 30 min.<\/span><\/li>\n
      4. 5 km Run \u2013 1 hour.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        AGE RESTRICTIONS<\/b><\/h3>\n
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        1. Marathon \u2013 from 18 years.<\/span><\/li>\n
        2. Half Marathon \u2013 from 18 years.<\/span><\/li>\n
        3. Children\u2019s Run \u2013 from 2 years to 12 years inclusive.<\/span><\/li>\n
        4. No age restrictions apply to participants of the 10 km and 5 km distances.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          PARTICIPANTS<\/b><\/h3>\n
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          1. The race is open to anyone who has completed the participant registration form, paid the participant registration fee (according to the chosen distance), and checked their health and confirmed this upon registration. All participants take part in the run of their own free will, without coercion, assume all risks associated with participation (including various health disorders, etc.), and undertake not to raise any claims against the organizers of the run.<\/span><\/li>\n
          2. When collecting the participant\u2019s race pack, which includes a bib number with a timing chip, a cloakroom sticker with the number, etc., runners must present an identity document or a copy of the document. To collect another participant\u2019s race pack, you must present their identity document or a copy\/photo of it.<\/span><\/li>\n
          3. Each registered participant automatically agrees that the event organizers may freely use all photos and video footage taken during the event for marketing purposes without separate consent.<\/span><\/li>\n
          4. Persons under 18 confirm, by submitting a completed and signed consent form, that they have obtained the consent of their parents, guardians, or coach to participate in the event and\/or that they will be supervised by parents, guardians, or a coach throughout the event, who assume full responsibility for the participants.<\/span><\/li>\n
          5. By registering, the participant confirms that they understand participation involves a significant test of physical abilities and also confirms that they have had a health check, comply with the health check requirements provided in the laws of the Republic of Lithuania, and will provide a medical certificate confirming their health condition at the request of the organizers or other persons. If there are suspicions about unsuitable health condition, upon the organizers\u2019 request, the participant must cease participation and consult a doctor.<\/span><\/li>\n
          6. The participant understands and confirms that the organizers are not responsible for and will not compensate any damage to the participant\u2019s health or life. All risk and responsibility for health disorders, injuries, and accidents arising from participation lie solely with the participant.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            RUSSIAN AND BELARUSIAN CITIZENS<\/b><\/h3>\n

            All Russian and Belarusian athletes agree, by participating in the event, that they are competing out of competition and are not eligible for podium places or awards. Professional athletes may not participate in the event (regardless of applied exceptions).<\/span><\/p>\n

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            1. All citizens of Russia and Belarus holding a residence permit in Lithuania must pay the registration fee by bank transfer.<\/span><\/li>\n
            2. Each participant must provide their Lithuanian residence permit, a freely drafted and signed statement expressing a position that does not support Russian acts of war (in English or Lithuanian), and a copy of the payment.<\/span><\/li>\n
            3. The participant must inform the organizers at info@vilniausmaratonas.lt that the documents will be brought to the number collection point. Failure to comply with these provisions will result in the participant not being allowed to participate, and the start fee will be refunded after the event.<\/span><\/li>\n
            4. Pursuant to the recommendation of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Lithuania and the notice of the Lithuanian Athletics Federation (below), by the decision of Public Institution \u201cTarptautinis maratonas,\u201d citizens of Russia and Belarus are strictly prohibited from participating in events organized by the organization. Exceptions apply to persons who have and can present an official residence permit issued by the competent institutions of the Republic of Lithuania valid during the event. When collecting the race number, participants must present a residence permit in the territory of Lithuania (regardless of whether the document has already been sent by email).<\/span><\/li>\n
            5. The organizers reserve the right to request an additional document if the submitted documents raise suspicion. The organizers reserve the right not to accept the submitted documents and not to allow participation without additional explanation. (In such a case, the participant\u2019s fee is refunded after the event). <\/span>03 16 regarding citizens of Belarus and Russia<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              CHILDREN\u2019S RUN<\/b><\/h3>\n
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              1. All participants of the Children\u2019s Run must have a printed consent form signed by one of the parents or guardians when collecting numbers; it can also be signed on-site.<\/span><\/li>\n
              2. Children\u2019s Run participants aged 6 and under (inclusive) may run accompanied by one parent or guardian.<\/span><\/li>\n
              3. Parents or guardians undertake to write on the back of the participant\u2019s number their own telephone number or that of another person present at the event with the child.<\/span><\/li>\n
              4. The belongings of Children\u2019s Run participants and their parents or guardians are not stored in the baggage storage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS<\/b>
                \n<\/b><\/h3>\n

                Participants who violate the regulations, special conditions, and restrictions will be disqualified.<\/span><\/p>\n

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                1. Registration can only be done in your own name.<\/span><\/li>\n
                2. It is forbidden to transfer your number to another participant.<\/span><\/li>\n
                3. Participants and their supporters are strictly prohibited from using any vehicles on the course, e.g., bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards, or other wheeled devices.<\/span><\/li>\n
                4. Participants are prohibited from using any personal escort\/pacing during the race.<\/span><\/li>\n
                5. Any assistance provided to participants from outside is prohibited.<\/span><\/li>\n
                6. It is strictly forbidden to participate with a pet during the event.<\/span><\/li>\n
                7. Each participant must wear the bib number properly attached to the shirt during the race. The number must be on the front of the shirt (chest), clearly visible.<\/span><\/li>\n
                8. It is forbidden for participants to deviate from the race course (without a referee\u2019s permission).<\/span><\/li>\n
                9. After finishing, participants must leave the start\/finish zone through specially designated exits.<\/span><\/li>\n
                10. After finishing, it is strictly forbidden to walk over the timing control mat; otherwise, results will be annulled.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  DISTANCES, CHANGES TO PARTICIPANT DATA<\/b><\/h3>\n

                  Changes can be made up to 7 calendar days before the event by email (info@vilniausmaratonas.lt<\/a>) with proof of payment.<\/p>\n

                  Only registered participants may request changes.
                  A \u20ac10 service fee applies to all changes, except medical cases with documentation.<\/p>\n

                  Distance Change<\/strong><\/p>\n