The event, taking place on November 29, has unveiled the technical gear that the 22,000 runners will wear, designed by Runnek with the Patio de los Naranjos as its emblem.
The 21,097-metre race now has its hallmark. The Seville Half Marathon presented this Thursday the official shirt for the 2026 edition, a garment that will not only be worn by the 22,000 participants but also pays tribute to one of the most photographed spots in the city: the Patio de los Naranjos, with the cathedral and the Giralda as silent witnesses.
The presentation was led by María Tena, Sports Delegate of the Seville City Council; Ricardo Villena, manager of the Municipal Sports Institute; Aranza Gómez Guerrero, secretary of the San Pablo Athletics Club; and Mateo Navajas, director of Create Deporte. All of them showcased the gear designed by Runnek, which this year becomes the technical sponsor of the event.
A T-Shirt with Heritage and Cutting-Edge Technology
The commemorative shirt is not just a simple gimmick. According to the organisers, it is made from the most advanced textile materials for running, designed to offer breathability, lightness, and comfort over the 21-kilometre course. But the real draw is in the design: an illustration of the Patio de los Naranjos with the silhouette of the cathedral and the Giralda, a direct nod to Seville's identity.
“Seville, with its historic monuments and unique buildings in the world, invites the design of shirts like this,” stated María Tena during the event. “I am convinced that the participants will wear this garment with pride.” The delegate did not hide her satisfaction with the popularity of an event that, despite changing its date, continues to break records.
22,000 Bibs Sold Out and a Record Course
The 2026 edition has already made history before the start. The 22,000 available bibs sold out months ago, confirming the immense interest this race generates among amateurs and elites alike. The Seville Half Marathon has earned a reputation as one of the fastest in Europe: its profile is practically flat, with barely 5 metres of elevation difference between the lowest and highest points, making it an ideal course for personal bests or simply enjoying the urban landscape without surprises.
The event attracts runners from all over the world, and rightly so. Running through the streets of Seville in autumn, with mild temperatures and a festive atmosphere, is a plan that many repeat year after year. Additionally, the organisation has introduced new features and improvements for this edition, although the details have not yet been fully revealed.
Calendar and Expectations: New Date, Same Excitement
The Seville Half Marathon debuts a new spot in the city's sports calendar. The event will take place on November 29, a date aimed at avoiding extreme heat and providing optimal conditions for runners. The decision has been well received by regular participants, who appreciate running in cooler temperatures.
For the people of Seville, the race is much more than a competition: it is an opportunity to see the city from a different perspective, with well-managed traffic cuts and a festive sports atmosphere that floods the streets. Locals can already mark the last Sunday of November in red, as the wave of orange shirts (the predominant colour of the design) will once again paint the city.
And while the bibs hang the “sold out” sign, the lucky ones who secured their spot can already dream of crossing the finish line dressed in the new gear. Because if there is one thing a long-distance runner has, it is that, besides legs, they like to show off their shirt.
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