At The Lake Garda Half Marathon
April 9th – 12th, 2027
One Of The World’s Most Beautiful Half-Marathons
There are some experiences that stay with you forever, and for Jamie and I, running the Lake Garda Half Marathon is one of them. This weekend is so much more than crossing a finishing line, it’s about doing something for you. Whether you come on this adventure alone, with your partner or with a friend, we’ll be with you every step of the way.
This weekend isn’t just about the race, it’s about challenging yourself, laughing with new friends and soaking up every moment in one of the most beautiful places in the world. It is an experience you will remember forever. So is it time to put something on your bucket list?!
Come run with us.
Team Good Glow Is Going Back To Garda
After the most incredible experience in 2026, we are so excited to announce that we are heading back to Lake Garda in 2027. We know so many of you have been waiting on this trip after watching us run it with the Team this year, so it feels like a dream to come true to make it official. This is an event that sells out months in advance, time and time again. And it’s not hard to know why. So get ready Team Good Glow, for an unforgettable trip of a lifetime to Riva Del Garda, where together we will take on one of the most beautiful Half Marathons in the world!
This run is a world away from the city marathons Team Good Glow has hosted in the past, and so this experience is different too. Our hotel is nestled within the most stunning hotels in the region, with direct access to the lake, the perfect setting for a weekend that feels like a retreat as much as a run. In the morning, we’ll gather under the beautiful pine trees for guided movement and meditation sessions, followed by group swims in Lake Garda. Together, we’ll unwind, connect, and soak up the magic of this breathtaking place.
When Does This Experience Begin?
This experience starts 4 months before the run itself in late November, here in Ireland. Together we will work with you to get you physically and mentally prepared for this challenge. Whether you are a complete beginner or ready to take your running to the next level, we will be with you every step of the way. A stunning hotel awaits in Riva Del Garda, with an outdoor swimming pool, beautiful gardens and stunning mountain views. This is the perfect setting for an experience that will stay with you for years to come.
About This Event
The Lake Garda Half & 42 is a stunning spring-time running event set along Italy’s iconic Lake Garda. The start line for the Half is located in the quaint village of Arco, overlooked by a stunning 12th century castle . We’ll start under a beautiful canopy of trees flanked by old buildings, running past café’s and gelato bars down towards the lake and into the next village. With towering mountains all around, we’ll turn onto the lake and run along the beach. The final stretch takes you towards the medieval town of Malcesine. When the castle comes into your sight, you are almost there, but first you have to navigate the narrow streets with the locals and tourists alike cheering you on and ringing cattle bells as you chase down that finish line. The celebration at the finish line is the cherry on top, with food stalls, bars, music, and plenty of craic to be had. But the pièce de résistance? Team Good Glow will take a gentle ferry ride across the sparkling lake, against a backdrop worthy of a Bond film. We’ll stop briefly in the breathtaking town of Limone, before making our way back to our hotel in Riva del Garda. This is the perfect opportunity to come together after everything we’ve just accomplished.
Team Good Glow Experience
- 3 nights accommodation at a luxury 4 star Resort Spa Hotel in Riva del Garda, Lake Garda.
- Direct access to the Lake from the hotel.
- Deluxe 5 star Breakfast included on each morning.
- Hotel includes 2 swimming pools, wellness facilities, and fitness centre.
- Scheduled Return Coach transfers to and from the airport. (private transfers)
- Private Coach Transfer to the start line on race day morning.
- Morning Movement, Meditation and Lake Swim sessions.
- A ‘Good Glow Welcome To Garda Rooftop Party’ party with drinks, motivational talks and a chance to meet each other and the team.
- Your Race Entry and your Team Good Glow Garda race packs.
- A Boat Transfer from the Half Marathon Finish Line back to our hotel in Riva.
- Access to the ‘Good Glow Finishers Party’ on the evening of the race with drinks and celebrations.
- A full detailed 4 month training programme for every level of runner to prepare you for race day.
- Track Sessions with the Team.
- Access to the Team Good Glow Lake Garda Group Training Runs and meet ups across the county.
- Live strength and conditioning classes and access to our recorded S+C video training sessions.
- Live online check in’s with Q+A’s and helpful live coaching.
- An ALL NEW Team Good Glow Hub running podcasts where Georgie speaks with a range of experts from Olympians, to mindset coaches, sports nutritionists and more.
- Motivational Video content to inspire your training and help you achieve your goals.
- Direct access to our Sports Rehab Physio for advice and questions on any niggles or injury that you may pick up.
- Access to our closed WhatsApp community where we share this journey together as a team and encourage each other along the way.
- Optional boat tours, bike rental, lake swimming and other experiences.
- A chance to meet like-minded people and create lifelong friendships and connections.
Reviews from Lake Garda Trip 2026
‘Absolutely blown away by the trip, far beyond what I expected. Communication, organisation, location, overall itinerary to name a few were outstanding and every fine detail was clarified before the trip. Couldn’t recommend to trip highly enough. Will sign up again for sure.. Credit to Jamie & Georgie and all the other 130 Good Glow team for making such a memorable weekend in Lake Garda!’
‘My wife signed me up without telling me and it turned out to be one of the best things I’ve done. The run was good, but honestly it was the setting, the people and the laughs that made it. We made a bunch of new like minded friends and it’s something I’ll always remember. I’d really recommend it.’ Peter
‘Lake Garda was my third good glow trip and somehow they keep getting better from already being incredible. The location was absolutely amazing especially the hotel and views. This trip felt like a family all weekend. Almost like a family abroad wedding without the wedding part 😂 particularly loved on this trip how most people flew and travelled together. Jamie & Georgie outdid themselves as always with everything sorted before you could even think about it. . Still on a high almost a month later with a heart full of incredible memories and some amazing new life long friends. There really is nothing like a Good Glow trip – my advice? Book it and see it for yourself !! Luke
‘It went above and beyond all my expectations. From the first live meeting we had with Jamie and Georgie it was palpable from Jamie what an incredible and stunning Half Marathon we were going to experience and Georgies memories of it were drawing us into the most picturesque and welcoming Italy. And both of them proved themselves so right because after running many Half Marathons I never experienced anything nearer to absolute perfection as this. Armed with our training plan, our supportive whats app group, and most importantly our amazing meet up runs where all the real fun began. Jamie and Georgie’s attention to people is absolutely incredible. From welcome party, to breath work, to shake out run, to the race, to the after party, to every other detail being taken care of to perfection. I’m still processing the weekend 2 weeks later and its profound experience on me. Still keeping in touch with new friends i made and old friends from previous trips. On her podcast Georgie talks about having a 5 star moments but this trip without any doubt was a weekend of a thousand 5 start moments.’ Anne Marie
Pricing Chart
| Check In: April 9th Check Out: April 12th | Package Cost Runner | Package Cost Supporter |
| Double/Twin (for 2 people) | €1,295 pp | €1,150 |
| Shared Twin (for solo) | €1,295 pp | N/A |
| Deluxe Lake View (Super King Bed) | €1,390 pp | €1,200 |
| Single Room | €2,000 (please email) | info@thegoodglow.ie |
The Payment Plan
We want to make this trip manageable for you. So with that in mind, we have a 4 step payment plan. Prefer to pay all in one go? That’s ok too. Just flag it with us.
Step 1 – €300 – Your first payment.
Step 2 – €300 – Second instalment due on October 2nd.
Step 3 – €300 – Third instalment due on November 27th.
Step 4 – Final remaining balance due on January 29th.
Please note the package fee DOES include your race entry and your transfers.
The Itinerary
Friday April 9th:
- Arrival to Riva, Lake Garda, Italy.
- We will recommend flights in due course as the 2027 schedule has not been released as of yet.
- Scheduled Coach Transfers included to Riva Del Garda. Transfer time is just over an hour.
- Check in, relax and prepare for Welcome party.
- Good Glow ‘Welcome to Garda Rooftop Party’ with a welcome drink included. This is a great way to meet the team and fellow participants.
Saturday April 10th:
- Morning ‘Rise’ movement and meditation session in the gardens.
- Morning swim in Lake Garda.
- Shake out run at the Lake
- Escorted trip to the Marathon Expo.
- Relax and take advantage of the spa and swimming pools or soak up the incredible atmosphere in the town before the Half Marathon.
Sunday April 11th:
- Race Day.
- Coach transfers to the Half Marathon start line in Arco.
- Run from the historic town of Arco down to the shores of Lake Garda, crossing the finish line in the medieval town of Malcesine.
- Celebrate at the finish line with Team Good Glow, then hop on the ferry together and enjoy a scenic journey across the lake to our hotel in Riva.
- Finishers party with drinks and entertainment.
Monday April 12th:
- Morning swim in the Lake.
- Enjoy a leisurely morning before our Scheduled Coach Transfers back to the airport.
- Check out or stay on a few days and see more of the sights, it’s up to you!
Flights and Transfers
Our packages do not include flights. You will be responsible for arranging your own flights for this trip. However we will be providing recommended flights and detailed transfer information. We’ll keep you posted.
Travel Insurance
Securing your own travel insurance is a mandatory condition of your purchase.
