Gozo Half Marathon 52nd edition Since '77 il-Ġirjat'Għawdex'27
Early bird: save up to €25. Prices rise 1 January.
Pick your distance
Eight races, one Sunday morning. From the iconic, AIMS-certified half marathon to the kids' 900m sprint — Il-Ġirja t'Għawdex has a start line for everyone.
AIMS Certified & Athletics Malta Gold Label
Our Half Marathon and 10K courses are internationally measured and officially certified, ensuring your finish times are recognized globally for official rankings and qualifiers.
The Run Gozo atmosphere
Sea cliffs, village squares, cheering locals. Here's what last year's runners woke up to.
Compare and pick
Every entry includes the same five standard perks. Pricing tiers and any per-race differences are spelled out below.
Lock in early bird rates —
save up to €25
Prices step up at each deadline. The next increase starts on Friday 1st January 2027. Entry caps apply.
- Finisher medal
- Goody bag
- Refreshments
- Watermarked photos
- Shuttle buses in Gozo
Prices increase at each tier · Final registration closes Saturday 24th April 2027.
Run the most scenic kilometres in Malta
Pick a course and take a virtual lap before race day.
Routes, times, transport, bib pickup — one PDF, published closer to race day.
Ferry to Finish Line
We have coordinated seamless transit with Gozo Channel so you can focus entirely on your run. Here is how your race morning flows.
- 0105:45
Board the Ferry
Catch the 05:45am ferry from Cirkewwa (Malta). It is the only crossing that arrives in time for the 06:30am shuttle departure from the Gozo harbour.
- 0206:30 – 07:20
Shuttles to Start
Free shuttles depart Mgarr Harbour at 06:30am. Driving? Park at Xewkija Racecourse; shuttles run every 10 mins from 06:30am to 07:20am.
- 03From 07:30
Run & Celebrate
Enjoy your race, cross the finish line in Xagħra Square, collect your medal, and soak in the festive atmosphere.
- 0410:30 – 12:30
Heading Home
Return shuttles to Mgarr Harbour leave Xagħra Square at 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm. Park & Ride shuttles run until 12:00pm.
Important: Show your race bib or registration confirmation email to board the event shuttle buses for free. Ferry and shuttle times →
What runners are saying
Join thousands of runners who have experienced Malta's oldest and most scenic road race. Here is what past participants say about their journey.
"Amazing and really challenging race. Perfect organisation, the Dj and accompanying drummers just made such an awesome atmosphere. thanks a lot for the showers - great idea! See you next year :)"
"Without a doubt, one of the most well organised races I've ever had the pleasure of attending, with great facilities and an amazing, fun atmosphere (not forgetting the great goodie bags!). Everyone was so helpful and had the hugest smiles on their faces! Will be coming back again, and again, and again <3"
"Brutally hot, but equally brilliant. Great atmosphere and superbly organised. Definitely worth the travelling from Devon. Will be back next year."
Everything you need to know
Bib pickup, ferry shuttles, timings, refunds, and more. Can't find your answer? Our runner coordinators are ready to help.
More than a Sunday morning
Il-Ġirja t'Għawdex is run by volunteers — and exists to give back. Here's how to get involved or learn more.
Volunteer
Be part of what makes Run Gozo special. From start-line marshalling to handing out medals — every role matters.
Sign up to help
Sustainability
How we cut single-use plastics, manage waste and protect the Gozitan landscape we love to run through.
Read our commitments
Fair Play Initiative
The Fair Play Initiative funds charity projects in Malta and overseas — schools, food programmes, reforestation.
See the impactTogether, we make it happen
A volunteer race doesn't run on goodwill alone. Huge thanks to the partners, supporters and contributors who make 2027 possible.
Interested in partnering with il-Ġirja t'Għawdex? Get in touch →