Last updated: July 2026
Looking for upcoming marathons in Bangalore 2026? You’re in the right place. This is the most complete calendar of running events in Bengaluru and Karnataka — updated July 2026, with 33 events across road races, trail runs, night marathons and ultramarathons. Every listing includes race date, venue, distances and a direct registration link or Google search shortcut. Whether you’re chasing a full marathon finish or hunting your first 10K, scroll down to find your next race.
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Upcoming Marathons and Running Events in Bengaluru — July to December 2026
2nd edition on one of Bengaluru’s fastest road courses — the NICE Road out-and-back stretch, ideal for PB chasers.
India’s largest student-organised marathon. AIMS-certified course along the Udupi coastline. 20,000+ participants at KMC Greens.
Women-focused community run by Gagner Sports. Timed 10K and 5K with cash prizes across all age categories.
Eco-focused running festival by Manipal Academy (MAHE). AIMS-certified course. Free shuttle from city pick-up points on race day.
India’s biggest 10K — World Athletics Gold Label, USD 170,000 prize purse. 30,000+ runners through central Bengaluru.
Season 2 by Kalki Sports India. All distances timed. Cash prizes for top finishers (21K winner: ₹15,000).
Women-only fun run with Zumba warm-up. Timed event with medals and finisher certificate.
Well-organised mid-year road race at HSR Layout with full chip timing.
5th edition trail ultra on open hill terrain — 780m elevation gain. 150 participants cap.
Annual flagship run in the Palace City by Raadiant Sports.
Premium timed 10K/5K on Bengaluru’s iconic NICE Road stretch, rolling terrain ideal for a PB.
India’s oldest ultramarathon by NEB Sports. Five distances from 5K to 50K. Cutoff: 7 hrs for 50K.
Mid-monsoon community race through Bengaluru. Humid conditions — electrolytes and early pacing essential.
New community race weekend. Verify final venue closer to date.
Community lake-side run on Bengaluru’s southeastern edge.
Scenic hill-route race on the Nandi Hills approach roads — a favourite for climb training, best run just after monsoon showers.
India’s only 72-hour endurance run, on a flat 600m loop within the city. Choose your time slot — no minimum or maximum distance.
Fit India Movement community race in East Bengaluru.
Billed as Bengaluru’s largest green running movement — sustainability-themed community run through Cubbon Park.
Premium community run by New Balance. Entry from ₹999. Also running in Delhi same season.
Same-day alternative to New Balance City Series for runners who prefer a Cubbon Park course.
Bengaluru’s biggest distance spread — from 5K to a full 100-mile ultra, on forest trail near the city. Afternoon/overnight start, worth planning around.
Bengaluru’s iconic night marathon — 42,000 runners, city-wide celebration. Category changes not accepted within 60 days.
Awareness-themed community run, same morning as Namma Run Bengaluru across town.
Organised by Network18 & TE Sports as part of the Fit India Movement. Flag-off: 5:30 AM.
Second Mysuru road race of the year — a new addition to the Palace City calendar alongside the June Birla Opus event.
New NICE Road timed race — second edition of the year on this stretch after the July 10K Challenge.
A scenic run through Coorg’s coffee estates — worth the weekend trip from Bengaluru for trail runners. Distances TBA.
India’s oldest trail marathon since 2007 — scenic out-and-back along the Kaveri river near Ranganathittu bird sanctuary.
New year-end half marathon; verify venue as the date nears.
New Times Internet-backed race, same day as Bengaluru Midnight Marathon — good if you want a daytime option that weekend instead.
Asia’s only true midnight marathon — flag-off at 12:00 AM, organised by Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor. Date newly confirmed for 2026; a couple of aggregators still show early-Dec placeholders, so double-check before booking travel.
Year-closer timed race on NICE Road — the third NICE Road event of 2026 after July and November.
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