Relay Marathon
Date
4th January 2026
Venue
Nishan-E-Pakistan, Sea View Road, Karachi.
Relay Marathon
Relay Marathon (A team of 4 Participants) / 42.2KM (10.5KM Run, 10.5KM Run, 10.5KM Run, 10.5KM Run). Medal will be given after the completion of the race.
Race Date
4 January 2026
Reporting Time
05:00 AM
Start Time
06:30 AM
Start / Finish
Nishan-E-Pakistan, Sea View Road, Karachi.
Course Cut Off Time
4 Hours
The Route
The Karachi Marathon route commences at Nishan-e-Pakistan and proceeds eastbound on Sea View Road towards Clock Tower. Continuing onto Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue, runners will pass Emaar.
The route then merges onto Do Darya Road, maintaining a southeasterly direction. At Creek Marina Towers, participants will execute a sharp right turn.
A U-turn will be performed at the Khayaban-e-Shajar intersection, directly in front of DHA Golf Club. The return journey will follow the same route, culminating back at Nishan-e-Pakistan.
Marathon (42.195 km)
- Distance: 42.195 km (26.2 miles)
Age Limit: 18 years and above
Eligibility: Open to all runners
Map
Pricing
Registration Fee:
PKR 15,000
Course Details
The route starts and ends at Nishan-e-Pakistan, running along the scenic Sea View coastline to Emaar ocean front and back, offering stunning ocean views and a flat, runner-friendly path.
Timing: Each participant’s time is recorded using timing chips for accuracy.
Race Format
Each team member covers 10.55 kilometres, and as a team they run the full marathon.
All members will start together at the start line.
Team Size:
21.1 km (13.1 miles)
Categories:
Mixed teams (any gender combination)
Eligibility:
Open to all; minimum age 13 years
Event Details
Rules
No prams, scooters, or handcycles/crank cycles are to be taken onto the course. Push wheelchairs are permitted.
What’s included in the entry fee?
Your entry fee includes your race bib, timing tag, finisher medal and one official active wear T-Shirt.
Bib Collection
See our Social Media page and website for all the information. All participants will be required to collect their race bib from the Expo between Thursday 1st January 2026 – and Saturday 3rd January 2026.
Baggage
A dedicated Baggage Counter will be available on event day for all runners who wish to drop their bags before the race.
Transport
Transportation to and from the event is not provided. Participants are advised to make their arrangements in advance to ensure timely arrival and departure.
Awards
Fastest Team Overall: Special recognition with a relay marathon champion trophy and a feature on the Karachi Marathon website.
Individual Medals: All participants receive a finisher medal upon completing their 10.55K run.
Scoring
Team performance is based on the average time of all four members’ individual 10.55K runs. The team with the lowest average time wins.
Marathon Race Map
The Karachi Marathon is more than just a race, it’s a celebration of unity and inclusivity. By participating in the Karachi Marathon, you’re not only challenging yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally, but also becoming part of a movement that unites people through sport, celebrates diversity, and champions inclusivity.