Name: Wizz Air Sofia Marathon
Start: 2026-10-11
Location: Sofia city centre

Tuki guide

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Tickets

On sale:: Registration for the 2026 event opened on February 10, 2026. Early bird prices were available until April 30, 2026, and regular registration runs from May 1 to September 20, 2026.
Official price:: Entry fees for individual races (5K, 10K, Half, Marathon) range from about 78 ILS to 273 ILS for regular registration, with early bird and late registration options available.
Resale from:: There is no official platform for reselling bibs; registration is typically personal and non-transferable.
How to buy:: Registration is available exclusively online through the official Wizz Air Sofia Marathon website.

For Israelis

Airport to venue:: Sofia Airport (SOF) is about 10 km from the city center. You can take Metro Line M4 from Terminal 2 directly to Serdika station in about 18-30 minutes for around 4 ILS. Buses (lines 84 and 184) also connect the airport to the city center for about 4 ILS. Official taxis (OK Supertrans) and ride-sharing services like Bolt are available, costing approximately 55-78 ILS to the city center.
Kosher food:: Chabad of Sofia provides kosher food options and can arrange Shabbat meals upon advance request. Kosher Point Alegria offers kosher pizza, breakfast, and dairy meals. Nadiv's Kitchen provides kosher meat catering, also requiring pre-order.
Chabad:: The Rohr Chabad Jewish Community Center is located at Stara Planina Street 38 in Sofia, offering synagogue services and community support.
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Where to stay

Area:: The most recommended areas are the City Center (around Vitosha Boulevard, Serdika, and the City Garden) or the Oborishte district near the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.; These central locations offer easy access to the marathon venue, major attractions, restaurants, and public transportation. Oborishte is a slightly quieter, yet still central, option.
Per night:: Typical double room prices in these central areas range from about 250-400 ILS per night.

The vibe

The Wizz Air Sofia Marathon is a vibrant two-day event, transforming the city into a celebration of sport. The course takes runners past many of Sofia's iconic landmarks, with music stages and cheering zones along the route creating a dynamic and supportive atmosphere.
Israeli fans:: While there is no specific information about dedicated Israeli fan sections, the marathon attracts thousands of international participants from over 70 countries, contributing to a diverse and energetic atmosphere.

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