21 June 2025

Night Run

10 km
Don’t close your eyes, even though it’s night: the fastest race of the year is coming. Start your race, speed up and cross the avenues with those who light up the city tonight. Maximize your potential!

An unforgettable race on a summer night. Start at 10:00 PM, route along the Moscow embankments and the finish line on the territory of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex awaits you.

Don’t miss the most amazing running event of the summer! Run 10 km across the night capital to remember this summer.

For Participants

General Information

Route

In 2025, participants will have an updated route along the Moscow embankments.

The race route will be along Presnenskaya, Krasnopresnenskaya, Smolenskaya, Rostovskaya, Savvinskaya and Novodevichy embankments and will end on the territory of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex.

Schedule

    Thursday, June 19
15:00-20:00
  Participant packet pick up 
     
    Friday, June 20
11:00-20:00
  Participant packet pick up 
     
    Saturday, June 21
11:00-18:00   Participant packet pick up
11:00-01:00   Baggage storage opening hours at the Olympic Sports Complex (til 01:00 am, June 22)
19:00   Finish area opening at the Olympic Sports Complex 
21:00   Start area opening on Presnenskaya and Krasnopresnenskaya embankments
22:00   Race and corral A start 
22:02
  Corral B start
22:06
  Corral C start
22:12
  Corral D start
22:18
  Corral E start
22:26
  Corral F start
22:35
  Corral G start
22:48
  Corral H start
23:10   Awarding ceremony at the Olympic Sports Complex 
00:20   Finish line closes

Registration

How to register

To register for Night Run, you must complete the online application form and pay the registration fee on Running Community website. During registration enter your personal data according to ID card.

Otherwise you will not be able to pick-up your participant packet and bib number. After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email.

For registration to the first corral qualification is required. Attach a link to the electronic protocol of the race, which took place after 01.06.2022, with your result:

  • for men — faster 36:00 at 10 km, faster 16:45 at 5 km
  • for women — faster 39:00 at 10 km, faster 19:00 at 5 km

Registration requirements

  • Participants must be 16 years or older on race day.
  • All participants are required to pick up their own participant packet (bib number) on 19 June 15:00-20:00 or 20 June 11:00-20:00 or 21 June 11:00-18:00.
  • All participants are required to show a government-issued photo ID and original medical certificate stating the participant has no contraindication to running in competition upon picking up their own participant packet.
  • Participants 16-17 years of age are required to show permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race upon picking up their own participant packet.
  • Registration fees are nonrefundable.

Regulations of the competition «Night Run» 2025

Registration fee

  • if registered from 30.04.2025 to 27.05.2025 — 3500 rubles
  • if registered from 28.05.2025 to 18.06.2025 — 4000 rubles
  • if registered from 19.06.2025 to 21.06.2025 (if there are available entries) — 4500 rubles

 

Additionally

Sports insurance from our partner, Sberbank Insurance Company 

The Sports Protection policy is ideal for those who train actively and participate in competitions. One policy can cover up to five different sports categories. It includes over 300 sports, making it a great choice not only for runners. Insurance can be arranged for individuals or groups (such as a running club), and is available for both adults and children.

For more details, visit our partner’s website.

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Packet Pick Up

Location & hours

International Boxing Center 
Novoluzhnetskiy proezd, 13

Thursday, June 19
15:00 – 20:00

Friday, June 20
11:00 – 20:00

Saturday, June 21
11:00 – 18:00

 

Participant packet

Participant packet includes: 

  • bib number with timing chip and safety pins
  • wristband and clothing bag for clothing drop off
  • LED flashlight
  • finisher medal

Optionally:

  • synthetic t-shirt insanity with event design

Online price - 2500 rub., offline price - 2800 rub.

How to pick up participant packet

To pick-up participant packet you must present:

  • Government-issued photo identity document.
  • Medical certificate stating the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition (medical certificate will not be returned, a photocopy of certificate is accepted upon presentation of the original).
  • Participants 16-17 years of age must present permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race.

If you can’t pick-up your participant packet on June 19-21, a friend or family member may serve as your proxy and pick up your race materials for you. Proxy must bring the following documents for person he/she is representing:

  • The original letter of attorney for a third party to collect participant’s packet.
  • Government-issued photo identity document.
  • A copy of the participant’s identity document.
  • Medical certificate stating the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition (medical certificate will not be returned, a photocopy of certificate is accepted upon presentation of the original).
  • For participants 16-17 years of age: permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race.

The power of attorney does not entitle the authorized person to participate in the race with your number. The transfer of the number is prohibited by the rules of the competition. A participant with a another's number will be disqualified.

Medical certificate

Medical certificate must proof that the participant has no contra-indication to running in competition. Medical certificate must be valid in the athlete's country of residence, filled in, stamped and signed by a doctor, and comply with all the rules and regulations enforced in the athlete's country. The certificate must be issued less than 6 months prior to the race.

Certificates will not be returned to the participants. A copy is acceptable upon presentation of the original certificate.

Race Day

Getting there

Start area is located on Presnenskaya and Krasnopresnenskaya embankments.

Start area is opening at 21:00.

To get to the start area, we recommend using the metro station "Delovoy Tsentr" of the Filevskaya (4) or Solntsevskaya (8A) lines, exit No. 2 or 4

Please note: there will be no locker rooms or storage lockers in the starting area. Transportation of unattended items in the starting corridor or area to the finish area will not be organized.

On the day of the race, you can leave your items in advance in the baggage storage, which will be located in the finish area in the building of the Big Sports Arena (Sector D) and will be open from 11:00.

Finish area is located on Luzhniki Olympic complex.

Finish area is opening at 19:00.

The finish area is located on the territory of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex - on the square between the Luzhniki Aquatic Complex (Moscow, Luzhnetskaya Embankment, 24, building 4) and the Big Sports Arena.

Please use metro. Arrive to Vorobyovy Gory metro station, Red line (1), exit No. 3.

Please take into account road closures, possible delays and queues due to the number of participants. Come to the start area early, do not ruin your chances for a good race by being late.

There will be no car parking facilities near the start.

Entrance to the start and finish areas

Bike parking will be organized near the central entrance.

All visitors are subject to bag search by police. Prohibited items:

  • A weapon of any kind, any dangerous item or “dual-use” item that could be considered dangerous, including hammers, saws, sharp objects, etc.
  • Alcoholic beverages and illegal substances of any kind
  • Glass or metal containers of liquid
  • Suitcases and rolling bags, large packages
  • Animals/pets.

Please note that entry to the starting area for spectators will be closed.

Changing tents and baggage storage

Baggage storage and changing tents is located only in the finish area at the Olympic Sports Complex.

For bag drop-off please use wristband and sticker with number, which you received with your bib number. Put the sticker on the bag and tie a wristband with the same number around your wrist.

Do not put any valuable or fragile items in your bag. We recommend you to keep your valuables, such as hotel card, mobile phone with you or with friends or family. The organisers are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.

Toilets

Toilets are located in the start area. Please use the toilets beforehand. The biggest lines to toilets are just before the start.

Start

The race starts at 22:00.

  • 22:00 — corral A start
  • 22:02 — corral B start
  • 22:06 — corral C start
  • 22:12 — corral D start
  • 22:18 — corral E start
  • 22:26 — corral F start
  • 22:35 — corral G start
  • 22:48 — corral H start

The start will be divided into several waves according to the submitted estimated personal times. The letters A, B, C, etc on your bib number show your allocated wave. Please note this cannot be changed. Marshals will ask to look at the wave letter marked on your running number and will only allow runners to enter the corresponding wave at the start.

Do not attempt to promote yourself to a faster wave - start in the correct wave, start steadily and you will be much more likely to enjoy your run. If you are running in an elaborate fancy-dress costume, you must position yourself at the rear of wave F or G so as not to impede other runners who want to run as fast as they can.

Your net running time will start to be recorded when you cross the start line. Follow directions from race officials and volunteers at all times for a safe and orderly start to the race.

Please mind your fellow runners when you change lanes or spit. Please take care not to endanger others or yourself. In order to be able to hear your fellow runners of volunteers we ask you to run without music headphones. Doing so you also won’t miss any cheers from the spectators.

No animals or wheeled vehicles/devices of any kind are allowed on the course. No wheeled vehicles are allowed to accompany the runners along the course. Anyone who disregards this rule will be disqualified and removed from the course.

Pacemakers

Справиться с дистанцией и уложиться в планируемое финишное время помогут пейсмейкеры — опытные атлеты, которые пробегут дистанцию с заданным темпом. Ими выступят представители нескольких беговых клубов. Вы узнаете пейсмейкеров по футболкам и флагам с обозначением темпа и финишного времени.

Время, на которое будут пейсмейкеры:

  • 0:37:30 (3:45 мин/км) — кластер B

Вячеслав Смаев и Иван Жулей из Hero League Running. Евгений Павлов и Илья Щеблетов из Wolf Pack.

  • 0:40:00 (4:00 мин/км) — кластер B

Антон Самохвалов и Инна Гуслистова из Dusty Dumbbells. Евгений Свинарик и Денис Верхов из RunUp.

  • 0:45:00 (4:30 мин/км) — кластер D

Дмитрий Беляев и Елена Орлова из «Союза любителей бега». Алексей Чекарёв и Алексей Ле из Furia Squad.

  • 0:50:00 (5:00 мин/км) — кластер E

Сергей Тебайкин и Антон Маклаков из IzMyLong. Сергей Хворягин и Анна Панина из клуба «Академия Марафона».

  • 1:00:00 (6:00 мин/км) — кластер G

Константин Железнов и Регина Башкина из S95. Павел Валов и Наталья Сухинина из «Бег с Удовольствием».

Medical aid

Medical aid will be located at the start/finish area and along the course. Please do not hesitate to contact any medical personnel if you are having difficulties – we appreciate you doing so. If you need medical aid, you may to ask any volunteer or fellow runners to an emergency call for you.

Finish

Your net time will be registered once your cross the finish line.

Please do not remain standing on the finish line, but continue walk slowly to the end of the finish area. After the finish you will recieve drinking water and finisher lapel pin.

If you are feeling unwell, please ask for the medical aid straight away.

Results

Your result will be measured with chip timing system, judges at the finish and the video registration system.

Your net running time will be recorded when you cross the start and finish lines. The timing chip is on your race number. Please put your race number on the chest. Do not bend, crumple or fold it, do not keep the race number next to any magnets – it may damage the chip resulting in the loss of your personal result.

Within a few hours after the last runner finish you will receive a text message and email with your draft result. The results list will be available online at this website.

If your result is inaccurate or the result is missing, send a request to protest@runc.run. Specify your first and last name and race number in the email.

Awarding

Participants will compete in overall classification. Men and women who took 1–5 places will be awarded.

For Spectators

Fan gear

During the Packet Pick Up you can get free noise-makers: clappers, rattles and make a personalized poster.

Where to Cheer

If you've ever run races, you know how crowd support can immensely boost runners’ spirits. Please don’t be shy to encourage passing runners even if you don’t know them.

Note: there are some extra security measures introduced for both runners and spectators. Personal belongings may be searched and some roads access may be restricted. Thanks for understanding.

At the Night Run spectators will have access to the finish area on race day. Spectators will be able to greet runners near the finish line.

For Volunteers

Register to Volunteer

If you want to join our volunteer team, reach us by email volunteer@runc.run

Charity

Bolshe Chem Mozhesh Foundation

The official charity partner of the 2025 Color Run is Bolshe Chem Mozhesh Foundation.

Bolshe Chem Mozhesh is a charitable foundation supporting the development of inclusive sports. Since 2016, the foundation has helped people with disabilities lead active lifestyle and become amateur athletes regardless of their diagnoses.

The foundation’s mission is to create an environment where people with disabilities can regularly engage in sports, develop motivation, and reshape how society views disability and potential. Most beneficiaries are individuals with cerebral palsy and other conditions that typically make sports inaccessible. Thanks to the support of volunteers, professional coaches, and rehabilitation specialists, participants who once couldn’t take a single step are now crossing finish lines at marathons and races. Inclusive training sessions – where people with and without disabilities train together – help foster closer connections and create shared experiences where none existed before.

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