HEALTHON HALF MARATHON 2026 – VARANASI

HEALTHON HALF MARATHON 2026 – VARANASI

The Healthon Half Marathon 2026 – Varanasi is scheduled for Sunday, 13 December 2026, at Shivpur Mini Stadium, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Presented by Dainik Jagran i-Next and organised by Jagran Prakashan Limited, this running event brings together professional athletes, recreational runners, families and fitness enthusiasts to celebrate health, endurance and community spirit. With four race categories, the event welcomes participants of different fitness levels to experience the excitement of running in the spiritual city of Varanasi.

EVENT OVERVIEW

Event Name: Healthon Half Marathon 2026 – Varanasi
Date: Sunday, 13 December 2026
Venue: Shivpur Mini Stadium
Location: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Presented By: Dainik Jagran i-Next
Organizer: Jagran Prakashan Limited
Event Type: Road Running Event
Reporting Time: 6:00 AM
Race Start Time: 5:30 AM (as listed on the ticketing page; reporting-time confirmation required)

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

21K Freedom Run (Half Marathon)

Distance: 21 km
Registration Fee: ₹1,000
Format: Timed Run
Cut-off Time: 3 Hours 30 Minutes

10K Fitness Run

Distance: 10 km
Registration Fee: ₹700
Format: Timed Run
Cut-off Time: 2 Hours

5K Smart Run

Distance: 5 km
Registration Fee: ₹500
Format: Timed Run
Cut-off Time: 1 Hour

2K Fun Run

Distance: 2 km
Registration Fee: ₹300
Format: Fun Run

CURRENT REGISTRATION FEES

21K Freedom Run: ₹1,000
10K Fitness Run: ₹700
5K Smart Run: ₹500
2K Fun Run: ₹300

Group Registration: 25% Discount as advertised by the organiser.

RACE-DAY SCHEDULE

06:00 AM – Participant Reporting
START & FINISH POINT

Start Point: Shivpur Mini Stadium, Varanasi
Finish Point: Shivpur Mini Stadium, Varanasi
Route: Through the roads and surroundings of Varanasi.
Exact route details: To be announced by the organizer.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE

Official Event T-Shirt
Race BIB
Timing Chip for Timed Categories
Finisher Medal
Timing / Participation E-Certificate
Post-Race Refreshments
Hydration Support
Medical Support

TIMING & RESULTS

The 21K Freedom Run, 10K Fitness Run and 5K Smart Run are timed events. Participants must complete their respective distances within the allotted cut-off times to avoid automatic disqualification.

21K Freedom Run: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
10K Fitness Run: 2 Hours
5K Smart Run: 1 Hour
2K Fun Run: Participation Category

Official timing and results will be provided according to the event's timing arrangements.

AGE CATEGORIES

Minimum Age: 12 Years and Above

BIB & KIT COLLECTION

Date: To be announced
Time: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: To be announced
Participants must bring a hard copy of their registration coupon to collect their BIB, refreshments and medal. Final collection instructions will be shared by the organizer.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

21K Freedom Run – Male and Female

1st Position: ₹5,000
2nd Position: ₹3,000
3rd Position: ₹2,000

10K Fitness Run

Gifts for the Top 3 Participants.

5K Smart Run

Gifts for the Top 3 Participants.

2K Fun Run

Lucky Draw.

Medals and trophies will be awarded as per the organiser's event policy.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Participants aged 12 years and above can register according to the event's eligibility requirements. The event welcomes professional runners, amateur athletes, beginners, families and fitness enthusiasts. Participants should be physically fit and adequately trained for their chosen distance.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Be part of Healthon's multi-city running series.
Challenge yourself across four different race distances.
Experience the cultural and spiritual atmosphere of Varanasi.
Compete for cash prizes and exciting gifts.
Enjoy race support, hydration and medical assistance.
Promote fitness, healthy living and community participation.

ORGANIZER

Jagran Prakashan Limited
Presented By: Dainik Jagran i-Next

CONTACT DETAILS

Phone: +91 73111 92685
Email: enquiry.inexthealthon@inext.co.in

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION

Participants must wear their official race BIB visibly throughout the event and follow the designated running route. Timed-category participants must complete their races within the specified cut-off times to avoid automatic disqualification. Participants must carry a hard copy of their registration coupon for BIB collection. Valid identification and registration confirmation may be required for event entry. Final race-day instructions and route details will be communicated by the organizer.