The 8th edition of the Tirana Marathon is poised to attract more than 4,500 participants on October 20, featuring athletes from over 50 countries around the globe.

In a recent social media update, Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj shared his enthusiasm for the event, stating, “We have just four days until the biggest sporting event of the year, the ‘Tirana Marathon 2024,’ Edition VIII. We anticipate over 4,500 competitors, including more than 900 international runners from over 50 nations, participating in four categories: We Too 5 km, 10 km, 21 km, and 42 km.”

Veliaj also unveiled the marathon route, designed to highlight some of Tirana’s most iconic landmarks. Each category—“Marathon,” “Half Marathon,” “Tirana 10K,” and “We Too”—will feature various prizes for participants, making this event a true celebration of sport and community.

/a.c/