
Lido di Jesolo, Italy · Saturday 25 April 2026
A half marathon like no other, the Moonlight Half Marathon offers runners the rare opportunity to race under the stars along the breathtaking Venetian coastline. Held in Jesolo, a seaside town near Venice, this event delivers a magical nighttime racing experience, with the setting sun giving way to a course illuminated by streetlights and moonlight reflecting off the Adriatic Sea. The race starts in the early evening, and as runners make their way along the flat, fast course, they are treated to
Adjusted Time
1:41:03
Time difference: -4.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Moonlight Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Lido di Jesolo, Italy, scheduled for Saturday 25 April 2026. The course is run on road surface with 23m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 5m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Moonlight Half Marathon website.
This is a very flat course with only 23m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from -4m to 5m above sea level — a 9m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 9°C to 20°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Moonlight Half Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for Moonlight Half Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Moonlight Half Marathon against other half marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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