Lefkoşa Half Marathon
Race Information
Registration periods
- Early registration21K 2,250 TL · 10K 1,750 TL8 February 2026 – 31 May 2026Closed
- Regular registration21K 2,500 TL · 10K 2,000 TL1 June 2026 – 11 October 2026Closed
- Late registration21K 3,000 TL · 10K 2,500 TL12–23 October 2026Open
Details were checked against the organiser’s page on 13 October 2026. Spotted something wrong or out of date? Let us know
Change history (1)
- 13 October 2026 Distances updated
Follow this race
We remind you 30, 14 and 7 days before the race, and before registration closes.
Course & Map
Race Day Weather Forecast
- 13 °C
- Lowest temperature
- 22 °C
- Highest temperature
- 14%
- Chance of rain
- 8 km/h
- Max wind
- 07:01 / 17:59
- Sunrise / sunset
- The start (07:00) is before sunrise (07:01): you may need a headlamp or reflective clothing.
Source: Open-Meteo daily forecast; refreshed every 6 hours and more reliable closer to race day. Values are the model’s area average and may differ by a few degrees at the start.
When should you start training?
The race is 1 weeks away. Official beginner plans expect a certain base; choose what you can do now and we’ll show the plan that fits and the latest date to start it.
5K
- I can’t run 30 minutes non-stop yet
- NHS Couch to 5K · 9 weeks · start by 23 August 2026 (this date has passed)Starts from zero; ends with 30 minutes of continuous running
- I can run 20–30 minutes non-stop
You’re already close to the level NHS Couch to 5K aims for (30 minutes of continuous running); you don’t need a separate beginner plan for a 5K.
- I run 3–4 days a week; my longest run is about 40 minutes
You’re already close to the level NHS Couch to 5K aims for (30 minutes of continuous running); you don’t need a separate beginner plan for a 5K.
- I run 4–5 days a week; my longest run is 40 minutes or more
You’re already close to the level NHS Couch to 5K aims for (30 minutes of continuous running); you don’t need a separate beginner plan for a 5K.
10K
- I can’t run 30 minutes non-stop yet
First the base: NHS Couch to 5K (at least 9 weeks, ending with 30 minutes of continuous running). Then a beginner plan: England Athletics 10K (Tom Craggs) (8 weeks).
The 1 weeks left aren’t enough for both plans. There is no single official timeline for someone who doesn’t run yet; a shorter distance or a later race may be worth considering.
- I can run 20–30 minutes non-stop
- England Athletics 10K (Tom Craggs) · 8 weeks · start by 30 August 2026 (this date has passed)Stated requirement: able to run 20–30 minutes continuously
- I run 3–4 days a week; my longest run is about 40 minutes
- England Athletics 10K (Tom Craggs) · 8 weeks · start by 30 August 2026 (this date has passed)Stated requirement: able to run 20–30 minutes continuously
- I run 4–5 days a week; my longest run is 40 minutes or more
- England Athletics 10K (Tom Craggs) · 8 weeks · start by 30 August 2026 (this date has passed)Stated requirement: able to run 20–30 minutes continuously
Half marathon
- I can’t run 30 minutes non-stop yet
First the base: NHS Couch to 5K (at least 9 weeks, ending with 30 minutes of continuous running). Then a beginner plan: Royal Parks Half — Beginner (16 weeks).
The 1 weeks left aren’t enough for both plans. There is no single official timeline for someone who doesn’t run yet; a shorter distance or a later race may be worth considering.
- I can run 20–30 minutes non-stop
- Royal Parks Half — Beginner · 16 weeks · start by 5 July 2026 (this date has passed)No stated requirement; week 1 includes 20–30 minutes of continuous running
- I run 3–4 days a week; my longest run is about 40 minutes
- NYRR Half Marathon — Conservative · 10 weeks · start by 16 August 2026 (this date has passed)Stated requirement: running 3–4 days a week, longest run about 40 minutes
- Royal Parks Half — Beginner · 16 weeks · start by 5 July 2026 (this date has passed)No stated requirement; week 1 includes 20–30 minutes of continuous running
- I run 4–5 days a week; my longest run is 40 minutes or more
- NYRR Half Marathon — Conservative · 10 weeks · start by 16 August 2026 (this date has passed)Stated requirement: running 3–4 days a week, longest run about 40 minutes
- Royal Parks Half — Beginner · 16 weeks · start by 5 July 2026 (this date has passed)No stated requirement; week 1 includes 20–30 minutes of continuous running
- Dates are counted back from race day by the plan’s length in weeks. This isn’t training advice; it’s the length and stated starting requirements of plans published by these organisations.
Sources
- NHS Couch to 5K
- England Athletics 10K (Tom Craggs) — the plan is published on the website of Runderwear, a sportswear retailer
- Royal Parks Half — Beginner
- NYRR Half Marathon — Conservative
Frequently asked questions about this race
When is Lefkoşa Half Marathon and what time does it start?
It takes place on 25 October 2026; the start is at 07:00. Start times by distance: 21K 07:00 · 10K 07:30 · 5K 08:00 · 4K 10:30.
Where does Lefkoşa Half Marathon start?
Start: In front of the Lefkoşa Turkish Municipality (LTB) building, Atatürk Caddesi, Lefkoşa, Northern Cyprus.
What distances does Lefkoşa Half Marathon offer?
There are 4 distances: 4K, 5K, 10K, 21K.
How much is the entry fee for Lefkoşa Half Marathon?
Late registration is open now: 21K 3,000 TL · 10K 2,500 TL. This period ends on 23 October 2026. Other periods: Early registration 21K 2,250 TL · 10K 1,750 TL (closed); Regular registration 21K 2,500 TL · 10K 2,000 TL (closed).
Is registration for Lefkoşa Half Marathon open?
Yes, registration is open. The registration deadline is 23 October 2026. Registration is handled on the organiser’s official page; the «Official Registration» button on this page links there.
Who organises Lefkoşa Half Marathon?
The race is organised by Lefkoşa Türk Belediyesi ve KKTC Atletizm Federasyonu. Advenway does not organise races or take registrations; it compiles the details from the organiser’s announcements.
What is the official website of Lefkoşa Half Marathon?
Official website: lefkosamaratonu.com.
What will the weather be like on the day of Lefkoşa Half Marathon?
The current forecast is a low of 13 °C and a high of 22 °C; max wind 8 km/h. Chance of rain 14%. The start (07:00) is before sunrise (07:01): you may need a headlamp or reflective clothing.
