Milan is not only fashion, design, and aperitivo. Every spring, the city turns into a huge open-air track thanks to Stramilano, one of Italy’s most popular running events. The 2027 edition — the 54th — takes place on Sunday, March 21, 2027, and promises to attract thousands of runners, walkers, and families ready to enjoy the streets of Milan in a very special way.
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What makes Stramilano unique
Unlike many other city runs, Stramilano is designed for everyone. You don’t have to be a professional athlete to take part. The event brings together elite runners competing in the Half Marathon (21.097 km) and casual participants joining the 10 km or the 5 km routes. The spirit is simple: celebrate sport and experience Milan from a different perspective.
The atmosphere is festive, with live cheering, colorful T-shirts, and a city buzzing with energy. For tourists, it’s also a perfect excuse to discover landmarks like the Duomo, Castello Sforzesco, and the Arco della Pace while being part of Milanese life.
Distances and starting points
- Half Marathon (21.097 km)
Start: 8:30 AM from Piazza Castello – Finish: Piazza Castello
A certified race under FIDAL and World Athletics rules, with official timing (Federazione Italiana Cronometristi) and rankings. Starting sectors are assigned by declared pace, from elite runners to a 7th sector for those over 2:00:00. Finishers receive the official medal, and the cut-off time is 3h30 (checkpoints at km 10 and 15). - 10 km
Start: 10:00 AM from Piazza Duomo – Finish: Arco della Pace
A non-competitive run for all ages and levels. Participants get the official race kit including medal and T-shirt. - 5 km
Start: 10:30 AM from Piazza Duomo – Finish: Arco della Pace
Ideal for families, beginners, or anyone who simply wants to walk Milan’s historic center with thousands of others.
Registration and fees
Online registration opened on June 15, 2026 and closes on March 18, 2027, via the official Stramilano website. In-person registration is also available at the Centro Stramilano (Piazza Duomo) from March 13 to 20, 2027 — there’s no registration on race day itself.
- Half Marathon: from €35 (early bird) up to €55 (last-minute).
- VIP Pass (€100, until March 7, 2027): includes priority bib pick-up, access to the first starting sector, an invitation to Stramilano’s press events, and reserved bag check.
- Personalized bib (€8, until March 7, 2027): add your name to your race bib, purchasable online only.
- 10 km / 5 km: €15 for the first 5,000 registrations, then €18, including race bag, bib, medal, and official T-shirt.
- Baby Pass (€25): for parents running the 10 or 5 km with children.
If you need to change your registration later, you can add the SMART option (€5) at signup for free changes — without it, changes cost €15. Either way, you can transfer your spot to another athlete, switch to the 10 km or 5 km, or postpone to the 2028 edition, but only one change per registration is allowed, and requests must be emailed to stramilano@evodata.it by March 7, 2027.
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Medical certificate and RunCard
To take part in the competitive Half Marathon, you’ll need either a RunCard (or equivalent affiliation) or a valid medical certificate specifically for “atletica leggera” (athletics) — certificates that only say “corsa,” “jogging,” “podismo,” “marcia,” “maratona,” “mezza maratona” or “triathlon,” without the word “atletica,” are not accepted. Foreign runners can present a certificate from their home country, as long as it meets Italian diagnostic standards.
If you’re not used to Italy’s medical certificate system, we put together a full guide on how to sign up for a running race in Italy, including the RunCard and medical certificate requirements — worth reading before you register.
Tips for international participants
- Plan your stay: hotels near the city center (Duomo, Brera, or Porta Garibaldi) will put you close to the starting points. Book early, as availability shrinks closer to the event.
- Transport: both Piazza Duomo and Piazza Castello are easily reachable by metro (lines M1 and M2). Public transport runs extra services during big events.
- Weather: late March in Milan can still be chilly, with mild spring temperatures — perfect for running, but bring layers in case of rain.
- Make it a weekend: combine Stramilano with sightseeing. After your run, enjoy an aperitivo in Navigli or explore museums like Pinacoteca di Brera.
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Why you should join
The Stramilano isn’t only about running: it’s a cultural event that blends sport, community, and tourism. You don’t need to be a marathoner — even walking the 5 km route lets you be part of a Milanese tradition dating back more than 50 years.
It’s a chance to collect memories, meet locals, and bring home a medal that symbolizes not just a race, but an experience of Milan itself.
Event at a glance
- Date: Sunday, March 21, 2027
- Races: Half Marathon (21.097 km), 10 km, 5 km
- Starts: Piazza Castello (21k) / Piazza Duomo (10k & 5k)
- Finish: Piazza Castello (21k) / Arco della Pace (10k & 5k)
- Organizer: Stramilano Running Club S.S.D. a r.l., Via Lorenzo Valla 16, Milan — tel. 02.84742380
- Registration: www.stramilano.it
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