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Start near Smetanovy Sady park, Karlovy Vary
The Mattoni Running Festival Karlovy Vary 2026 is a one-day running festival in the spa town of Karlovy Vary, organised by RunCzech s.r.o. and presented with title partner Mattoni. The event features a World Athletics certified course that runs past iconic hotels such as the Thermal and Pupp and highlights UNESCO‑listed landmarks and the town’s historic colonnades. The festival combines competitive races with family‑friendly activities and aims to showcase the city’s architecture and riverside scenery to participants and spectators alike.
On 16 May 2026 the programme brings a mix of distances for all abilities, including a solo half marathon, a four‑leg half marathon relay, a 10 km road race, a family mile and children’s races, plus on‑course entertainment. The organiser promotes a festival atmosphere with music and partner activations, professional timing and race services, and a finisher’s medal for competitors. Entrants can expect organised race support including refreshment stations, medical cover and baggage services as described on the official event pages.