Cus Parma Mezza Maratona

Cus Parma Mezza Maratona centers its two-day running weekend in Parma, Emilia-Romagna, around Piazza Garibaldi. The primary event is the standard 21.0975 km half marathon. The program also features competitive and open 10 km races, a 5 km Corri per la vita charity walk, a free 5 km run-walk, and the Erreà Parma Kids race for younger participants. Cus Parma organizes the event with local partners, receiving support from the Region, the Municipality of Parma, and the University of Parma. Services include chip timing, bag drop, changing rooms, showers, refreshment points, and a pasta party, providing comprehensive runner support. All races commence and conclude in Parma’s historic center, with routes crossing the city's older streets instead of outlying areas. Piazza Garibaldi serves as the weekend's central point for sports activities on both Saturday and Sunday, with the kids’ race highlighted as Saturday's main event. Now in its 27th edition, the race holds significant local history. Organizers present it as a city-wide event welcoming runners, walkers, families, and visitors. The charitable aspect is also tangible, with proceeds from the 5 km Corri per la vita supporting Emergency. Additionally, participants can benefit from museum discounts and special access, integrating the race weekend with city exploration.