Chisinau Half Marathon

The Chisinau Half Marathon, officially branded as the OM Half Marathon, is one of Moldova’s major spring running events and is described by the organizer as the country’s second-largest running competition. Held in the heart of Chisinau, Moldova, the race starts and finishes at Great National Assembly Square, giving runners a central-city race experience through the Moldovan capital.

Organized by Sporter, with the Athletics Federation listed as co-organizer, the event brings together local and international runners for a full race weekend that includes the half marathon, 10K, relay, 4K “For All” run, and junior races.

The race has a festive, community-focused feel, combining competitive road racing with an accessible public running event. The half marathon is supported by pacers from 1:45 through 3:00, making it approachable for both experienced runners and those tackling the distance for the first time.