Upcoming Marathons in India 2026: State-by-State Calendar & Guide

Last updated: March 18, 2026 | Deep dive into India’s 2026 running scene — state-wise coverage of full marathons, halves, ultras, trails, night runs, kids/family events & community races. Dates are confirmed where available; many remain TBC — always check official sites for updates, registrations & changes. For the exhaustive month-by-month national list (100+ events), visit Full India Marathon Calendar 2026.

Quick Seasonal Overview 2026

Jan–Feb (Winter Peak): Flat PB season in South & North — Mumbai, Chennai, Jaipur, Kochi, Vadodara, Delhi variants, Bengaluru campus runs.
Mar (Spring Surge): Urban + early ultras — Pune, Delhi Half variants, Ooty Ultra, Gurugram, Nashik, Pink Sakhi events.
Apr–Jun: City classics + hill ultras — TCS World 10K Bengaluru, Shimla Mashobra, Munnar Ultra, Kalimpong.
Jul–Sep: High-altitude & monsoon trails — Ladakh Umlingla (world’s highest), Hyderabad ramp-up, trail series.
Oct–Dec: Peak winter — Vedanta Delhi Half, Pune International, Bengaluru Midnight, Kolkata 25K, Goa River.

Best Picks by Runner Type

Beginners / Family: Dream Runs in Mumbai, Kochi fun runs, Yuva Bharat Hyderabad (kids), Chennai Pink Sakhi, Tuffkid Shimla.
PB Chasers: AIMS-certified flats — Vedanta Delhi Half, TCS World 10K, NMDC Hyderabad, Pune International, Mumbai.
Adventure / Scenic: Ladakh Umlingla, Munnar Ultra, Kaveri Trail, Goa River, Ooty Ultra, Silk Route Trail.
Night / Unique: Bengaluru Midnight, Pathanamthitta Midnight, Tata Steel Kolkata night variants, Winter Delhi Night.

State-by-State Deep Dive

Delhi / NCR

Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon – Oct 18, 2026 | Half / 10K | Iconic, fast, 30,000+ runners.
Cognizant New Delhi Marathon – Feb 22, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K | Boston qualifier potential.
Times Internet Delhi Half Marathon – Mar 29, 2026 (projected) | Half / 10K / 5K | Urban landmarks route.
Delhi Stride Half Marathon – Apr 12, 2026 | Half | Community & scenic.
Winter Delhi Half Marathon (Night edition) – Nov 1, 2026 | Half / 10K | Cooler night format.
PNB Soldierathon Delhi – Apr 5, 2026 | 10K / 5K | Army-themed, patriotic.
Farmley Snack Run – Apr 26, 2026 | 5K / 10K | Fun & snack-themed.

Karnataka / Bengaluru

TCS World 10K Bengaluru – Apr 26, 2026 | 10K | Elite world-class event.
Wipro Bengaluru Marathon – Sep 20, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K / 5K | AIMS-certified, 20,000+ runners.
Bengaluru Midnight Marathon – Dec 2026 (TBC) | Full / Half / 10K / 5K | Festive night classic.
Cubbon Classic 10K – Mar 1, 2026 | 10K | Scenic Cubbon Park favorite.
MAHE Bengaluru Campus Run – Jan 2026 (TBC) | 5K / 10K | University community run.
Bangalore Ultra Marathon – Jul 26, 2026 | Ultra distances | Trail/endurance focus.

Kerala (Kochi, Trivandrum, Coimbatore, etc.)

Federal Bank Kochi Marathon – Feb 9, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K / 3K Green Run | Scenic backwaters route.
Pathanamthitta Midnight Marathon – Mar 1, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K | Popular night format.
Munnar Marathon / Ultra – May 2026 (TBC) | 71K ultra / Full / Half | Tea estate scenic ultra.
UST Trivandrum Marathon – Nov 15, 2026 (projected) | Full / Half / 10K | Premium coastal city run.
Vruksham Coimbatore Women’s Day Run – Mar 8, 2026 | Half / 10K | Empowerment & women-focused.
GRAFATHON Attappadi – Mar 22, 2026 | Trail distances | Tribal area scenic trail.
Harriers Vadakkencherry Marathon – May 3, 2026 | Full / Half | Community marathon.

Maharashtra (Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, etc.)

Tata Mumbai Marathon – Jan 18, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K / Dream Run | India’s biggest, 40,000+ runners.
Bajaj Pune Marathon – Dec 13, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K / 5K | Winter city classic.
Nashik 10K Run / MVP Marathon – Mar 21, 2026 | 10K / Full / Half | Vineyard scenic route.
Kharghar Half Marathon – Apr 5, 2026 | Half | Navi Mumbai community.
Ascend Bombay Gymkhana 10K – Mar 21–22, 2026 | 10K | Heritage Mumbai run.
Pharmathon Pune – Mar 22, 2026 | 10K / 5K | Pharma-themed fun run.

Telangana / Hyderabad

NMDC Hyderabad Marathon – Aug 29–30, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K | AIMS-certified, large field.
Yuva Bharat Run – Mar 23, 2026 | 5K / 2K Kids / Adult | Family & youth focus.
Enablethon Hyderabad – Apr 5, 2026 | Various distances | Run for disability awareness.

Tamil Nadu (Chennai, Coimbatore, Ooty)

Freshworks Chennai Marathon – Jan 4, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K | Coastal city classic.
Ooty Ultra – Mar 22, 2026 | 90K / 75K / 60K / 30K Ultra | Hill ultra challenge.
SIMS SN Run Chennai – Mar 22, 2026 | 5K / 10K + Kids | Community run.
Pink Sakhi Chennai – Mar 2026 (TBC) | Women’s run | Empowerment focus.

Ladakh / Jammu & Kashmir

Ladakh Marathon – Sep 10–13, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K / 5K | World’s highest marathon experience.
Ladakh Umlingla Challenge – Jul 10, 2026 | 80K Ultra / 42K / 21K | Highest motorable road ultra.
Ladakh Trail To Heaven – Aug 6–8, 2026 | 100K Ultra Trail | Extreme high-altitude trail.
Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon – Feb 2026 (TBC) | Various | Winter frozen lake run.

Goa

Goa Marathon – Feb 8, 2026 | Full / Half / 10K | Beach & cause-focused.
I-Run Goa Marathon – Jan 4, 2026 | 32K / Half / 10K | Scenic coastal run.
SKF Goa River Marathon – Dec 13, 2026 | Half / 10K / 5K | River festival vibe.

Other States (Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Assam/Northeast, etc.)

Jaipur International Marathon – Feb 1, 2026 | Full / Half | Pink City heritage.
Indore Marathon – Feb 2026 (TBC) | Various | Central India community.
Mount Abu International Trail Marathon – Aug 2026 (TBC) | Trail distances | Hill station scenic.

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Bonus: Best Picks by Runner Type in 2026

Beginners: Mumbai Dream Run, Kochi Fun Runs, Cubbon Classic.
PB Chasers: Mumbai Half, Hyderabad, Delhi Half, Kochi flats.
Scenic/Adventure: Ladakh (see mountain guide), Goa/Kochi beaches (see beach guide).
Regional Focus: Kerala marathon 2026 options in Kochi/Trivandrum, upcoming marathon in Coimbatore 2026, Assam events.

Final Tips for Upcoming Marathons in India 2026

Prep: Winter South/North dry; summer hills; monsoon trails.
Travel hacks: Combine races (e.g., Kochi + Kerala sightseeing).
For the full hub: Visit our Ultimate 2026 Marathon Calendar Hub for updates.

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Ultimate 2026 Marathon Calendar: India Edition (State-by-State Guide) – Upcoming Marathons in India 2026

Upcoming Marathons in India 2026: State-by-State Calendar & Guide

Quick Seasonal Overview 2026

Best Picks by Runner Type