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Chisinau Marathon 2026 – Under the symbol of the White Stork

Run ca un Moldovean

The year 2026 stands under one message: Run ca un Moldovean. It is the year in which we aim to make Moldova known to the world through its people, through their energy, through the way they run and support one another. Not through statements, but through actions. Not through words, but through steps.

In this context, maib | Mastercard Chisinau Marathon 2026 becomes the strongest expression of this concept. The marathon is not just a test of endurance, but a symbol of the solidarity that defines us. The 2026 edition is inspired by the legend of the White Stork — a profound symbol of protection, care, and support.

The Legend of the White Stork

In our tradition, the White Stork represents continuity and the connection to the place where your journey begins. It is the bird that flies far away, yet always returns to its nest. This image becomes a metaphor for the marathon: people who come from different cities and different countries, but gather in Chișinău to share the same experience and carry the race through to the finish together.

Along the course, the marathon becomes a story of mutual support. It is about that moment when fatigue becomes real, and the encouragement of the person beside you changes everything. It is about the simple gestures that build a true community: a word spoken at the right moment, a rhythm held together, a presence that reminds you that you are not alone. Under the symbol of the White Stork, the 2026 marathon highlights solidarity and the strength to keep moving forward without leaving anyone behind.

The legend is also woven into the visual identity of this edition. The medal and the official shirt incorporate elements inspired by the symbolism of the White Stork and Moldova’s cultural heritage, turning the design into a natural extension of the story itself. Each participant does not simply complete a race, but becomes part of a legend they can wear with pride.

The Marathon is part of the “Run ca un Moldovean” concept, together with OM Half Marathon, inspired by the legend of the Mărțișor and the determination that opens the season, and Chisinau 10 km Night Run, shaped by the spirit of the Sânziene and the joy of togetherness. Together, these three events create one unifying narrative, where each legend reveals a defining part of who we are.

OM Half Marathon 2026 — the start of a new season, just like Mărțișor.

Chisinau 10 km Night Run 2026 — a celebration of joy, inspired by the spirit of Sânziene.

maib | Mastercard Chisinau Marathon 2026 — we run guided by the Legend of the White Stork.

maib | Mastercard Chisinau Marathon 2026

In 2026, running becomes more than sport. It becomes a way to show the world who we are: people who do not give up, who know how to celebrate, and who support one another. Under the symbol of the White Stork, maib | Mastercard Chisinau Marathon 2026 tells this story all the way to the final kilometer.