Ahmedabad Marathon (Adani) 2026

🏃‍♀️ About the Event

The Ahmedabad Marathon (Adani) is one of India’s fastest-growing and professionally organized road races, held annually in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Known for its scenic route along the iconic Sabarmati Riverfront, the event offers runners a unique blend of urban energy, cultural heritage, and performance-friendly conditions.

This marathon features multiple race categories including 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon (42.195 km), making it suitable for beginners as well as seasoned runners aiming for personal bests or qualification standards.

Organized by the Adani Group and managed by Adani Sportsline, the event delivers a world-class race experience with professional timing systems, well-supported routes, hydration stations, and medical assistance.

With over 24,000+ participants in previous editions, the Ahmedabad Marathon has built a strong reputation as a major running event in India. The flat and fast course, combined with the pleasant November weather, makes it an ideal race for achieving personal best timings and for runners targeting international qualification standards like the Boston Marathon.

Beyond the race, participants get to explore the rich heritage of the city—from the historic Sabarmati Ashram to the UNESCO-listed old city neighborhoods—making it a perfect blend of fitness, travel, and culture.

📍 Event Overview

Event Name: Ahmedabad Marathon (Adani) 2026

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Venue: Marathon Holding Area, Paldi

Event Date: Sunday, 29 November 2026

Event Type: Road Running (City Marathon)

Category: Boston Qualifier Race

📅 Race Day Schedule

⏰ Start Time: 4:00 AM

🕒 Reporting Time: 3:00 AM

⏰ Start Time: 5:15 AM

🕒 Reporting Time: 4:15 AM

⏰ Start Time: 6:30 AM

🕒 Reporting Time: 5:30 AM

⏰ Start Time: 7:30 AM

🕒 Reporting Time: 6:30 AM

🧾 Eligibility Criteria

•Minimum age: 18+

•Must have completed:

       °Full Marathon ≤ 6:30 hrs OR

       °Half Marathon ≤ 3:30 hrs (after Nov 2023)

•Minimum age: 18+

•Similar qualification criteria as Full Marathon

•Minimum age: 12+

•Minimum age: 10+

🏅 Prize Money 

•🥇 ₹1,00,000

•🥈 ₹75,000

•🥉 ₹50,000

•🥇 ₹75,000

•🥈 ₹50,000

•🥉 ₹30,000

•🥇 ₹50,000

•🥈 ₹40,000

•🥉 ₹25,000

👉 Age-category prizes also available (30+ to 60+)

🎽 Runner Benefits

•Official Race T-Shirt

•Finisher Medal 🏅

•Timing Certificate (E-Certificate)

•Hydration & Medical Support

•Professionally timed race (chip timing)

🛣️ Route Highlights

•Scenic run along Sabarmati Riverfront

•Flat and fast course (Elevation gain ~59m)

•Night/early morning run experience 🌙

•Iconic city bridges & urban skyline

🌆 Why Run This Marathon?

•Boston Qualifier race

•Perfect weather in November 🌤️

•Well-organized & beginner-friendly

•Great for PB (Personal Best) attempts

•Strong running community presence

🧭 Places to Explore After the Race

•Sabarmati Ashram – Gandhi’s historic residence

•Ahmedabad Pols – UNESCO heritage old city

•Akshardham Temple Gandhinagar – Stunning architecture

•Kankaria Lake – Relaxation spot

•Adalaj Stepwell – Architectural gem

📝 Registration Process

•Register via official website: www.ahmedabadmarathon.com

•Use valid mobile number & email

•OTP verification required

•Online payment only

⚠️ Important Rules

•Registration fees are non-refundable

•Minimum 10 finishers required per category for prizes

•Timing based on Net Chip Time

•Prize claims valid till 31 Dec (event year)

📞 Contact & Official Channels

🌐 Website: www.ahmedabadmarathon.com

📍 On-ground help: Marathon Holding Area, Paldi