Rome Virtual Race

All Roads Lead to Rome. Where Will Your Miles Take You?

Step into history and make your next finish line legendary.

The Rome Virtual Race is part of our Race the World Series—a collection of virtual running and walking challenges inspired by extraordinary destinations around the globe.

From the mighty Colosseum and ancient Roman ruins to the Trevi Fountain and centuries of history around every corner, Rome is a city built on stories of ambition, endurance and adventure.

Now it's your turn to write a story of your own.

Choose your distance, complete your miles from wherever you are, and earn a collectible Rome finisher medal celebrating The Eternal City.

Choose Your Distance:
1 Mile • 5K • 10K • Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) • Marathon (26.2 Miles)

🇮🇹 Collectible Rome finisher medal
🏃 Run, walk, jog or hike
🌎 Complete your race anywhere in the world
📅 Complete August 1–December 31, 2026
👟 Five distances to choose from
✈️ Part of the Race the World Series
❤️ 15% of every registration is donated to World Central Kitchen 

ALL ROADS LEAD TO ROME

For thousands of years, travelers have journeyed to Rome.

They've walked its ancient roads.

Stood beneath its monuments.

Tossed coins into the Trevi Fountain.

And explored a city where nearly every street seems to lead to another piece of history.

Your journey may begin a little farther away.

Maybe your Roman road is the sidewalk outside your house.

Maybe it's your favorite trail.

Maybe it's a treadmill at the gym.

That's the beauty of a virtual race.

You don't have to travel to Rome to begin the adventure.

Choose your distance.

Lace up your shoes.

And start your journey toward The Eternal City—one mile at a time.

EARN THE ROME FINISHER MEDAL

Complete your challenge and earn a stunning Rome finisher medal celebrating some of the city's most recognizable landmarks.

The current medal incorporates imagery inspired by the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, St. Peter's Basilica and Rome's ancient ruins. 

It's more than another medal for your collection.

It's your souvenir from a journey you completed on your own terms.

And when you add Rome alongside the other Race the World destinations, you'll be building a collection that celebrates both the places you're discovering and the miles that took you there.

HOW DOES THE VIRTUAL RACE WORK?

1. CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE

Select your adventure:

1 Mile | 5K | 10K | 13.1 Miles | 26.2 Miles

Whether you're looking for a fun one-mile challenge or you're ready to conquer the full marathon distance, there's a journey waiting for you.

2. COMPLETE YOUR MILES

Run, walk, jog or hike your chosen distance anytime between August 1 and December 31, 2026. 

Complete your challenge around your neighborhood, at a park, on a trail, at the gym, on a treadmill—or anywhere else your journey takes you.

3. TRAVEL AT YOUR OWN PACE

No flights to catch.

No tour schedule to follow.

No crowded starting line.

Walk every mile.

Run for a personal record.

Or simply use your Race the World challenge as motivation to get moving.

4. CELEBRATE YOUR DESTINATION

Reach your finish line and celebrate your virtual journey to Rome with your collectible finisher medal.

RUN, WALK OR HIKE — EVERYONE IS WELCOME

You don't have to be an experienced runner to Race the World.

Walkers and hikers are absolutely welcome!

The Rome Virtual Race is a fun challenge for:

• Runners and walkers
• Travel lovers
• Italy enthusiasts
• Ancient history fans
• Rome lovers
• Medal collectors
• First-time 5K participants
• People working toward a fitness goal
• Anyone with Rome on their travel bucket list
• Anyone who loves unique virtual challenges

Indoor and outdoor miles count, including treadmill miles.

Your race. Your pace. Your adventure.

PART OF THE RACE THE WORLD SERIES

Rome is part of the Race the World Series, where every challenge transports you to another incredible destination.

Continue your journey through Paris, London, Tokyo, New York City, Cairo, Rio de Janeiro, Sydney and Athens as you build a medal collection inspired by destinations around the globe.

Explore the Race the World Series

How many destinations will you conquer?

Collect the medals. Explore the world. One mile at a time.

YOUR MILES HELP FEED PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD

Your Race the World journey can make a difference far beyond your own finish line.

15% of every Rome Virtual Race registration is donated to World Central Kitchen, which provides meals to communities affected by disasters, humanitarian crises and other emergencies.

Learn more about World Central Kitchen

So while you're working toward your own goal, your registration is also helping support an organization working to provide meals to people when they're needed most.

WHAT IS A VIRTUAL RACE?

A virtual race gives you the freedom to complete your challenge wherever works best for you.

Run outside.

Walk your neighborhood.

Explore a trail.

Use a treadmill.

Complete your miles alone or invite friends and family to Race the World with you.

There is no required starting location and no crowded race morning.

You choose the place. You choose the pace. You create the finish line.

SAVE 30% AS A VIP MEMBER

Planning to visit more destinations with us?

Join the Virtual Run Events VIP Membership Program for $5 per month and save 30% on your orders for as long as your membership remains active.

With new races added regularly, VIP membership is a great option for frequent Virtual Run Events participants and Race the World medal collectors.

Become a VIP Member & Save 30%

YOUR ROAD TO ROME STARTS HERE

For centuries, people have said:

All roads lead to Rome.

For this challenge, yours can begin anywhere.

Choose 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon or Marathon and complete your Rome Virtual Race anytime through December 31, 2026.

Walk it.

Run it.

Explore it.

Make the journey yours.

All roads lead to Rome. Let your miles take you there.

🌎 Race the World — One Mile at a Time.