HYDERABAD CITY SLAM – 21.1K WINTER RUN 2027
The Hyderabad City Slam – 21.1K Winter Run 2027 is scheduled for Sunday, 3 January 2027, in Hyderabad, Telangana. Organized by The High Five Tribe, this event marks the winter finale of Hyderabad's year-long City Slam running series. The series challenges runners to complete three seasonal races, progressing from a 10K Summer Run to a 16.1K Monsoon Run and finally a 21.1K Winter Half Marathon. Participants can also choose 10K, 5K and virtual running categories.
EVENT OVERVIEW
Date: Sunday, 3 January 2027
Venue: Hyderabad, Telangana
Organizer: The High Five Tribe
Event Series: Hyderabad City Slam
Edition: Winter Run 2027
Event Type: Road Running Event
Categories: 21.1K Half Marathon | 10K Timed Run | 5K Timed Run | 5K Fun Run | Virtual Runs
Event Focus: Endurance, Fitness, Consistency and Running Community
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE
21.1K HALF MARATHON – SLAM CATEGORY
Distance: 21.1 KM
Registration Fee: ₹1,499
Format: Timed Run
Minimum Age: 18 years
Slam Qualification: Official qualifying category for the Winter Edition
10K TIMED RUN
Distance: 10 KM
Registration Fee: ₹1,099
Format: Chip-Timed Run
Eligibility: As per organizer guidelines
5K TIMED RUN
Distance: 5 KM
Registration Fee: ₹799
Format: Timed Run
Eligibility: As per organizer guidelines
5K FUN RUN
Distance: 5 KM
Registration Fee: ₹749
Format: Non-Timed Run
Eligibility: As per organizer guidelines
VIRTUAL RUNS
Virtual Half Marathon: 21.1 KM
Virtual 10K Run: 10 KM
Virtual 5K Run: 5 KM
Registration Fee: ₹699
Virtual Run Window: 2–4 January 2027
Eligibility: Participants residing in India outside Hyderabad
Slam Qualification: Virtual runs do not count toward official Slam completion
CURRENT REGISTRATION FEES
21.1K Half Marathon – ₹1,499
10K Timed Run – ₹1,099
5K Timed Run – ₹799
5K Fun Run – ₹749
Virtual Run – ₹699
Registration Closing Date: Wednesday, 30 December 2026, as listed by the registration platform. Confirm the final payable amount and availability before booking.
RACE-DAY SCHEDULE
Event Date: Sunday, 3 January 2027
Participant Reporting Time: 5:00 AM
Flag-off Time: 5:30 AM
21.1K Half Marathon: Flag-off at 5:30 AM
10K Timed Run: Flag-off at 5:30 AM
5K Timed Run: Flag-off at 5:30 AM
5K Fun Run: Flag-off at 5:30 AM
Confirm the final category-wise start arrangements with the organizer.
START & FINISH POINT
City: Hyderabad, Telangana
Proposed Location: Hussain Sagar / Necklace Road
WHAT PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
Certificate
Goodie Bag
Medal
Medical support
Refreshment
Timing chip
Tshirt
TIMING & RESULTS
21.1K Half Marathon: Timed Category
10K Run: Timed Category
5K Run: Timed Category
5K Fun Run: Non-Timed Category
Virtual Runs: Remote Participation
Official Results: As per organizer guidelines
Timing Method: Chip-Timed for eligible on-ground timed categories
AGE CATEGORIES
21.1K HALF MARATHON
Minimum Age: 18 years
Award Categories: Overall Men and Women; 18–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59 and 60+ years
10K TIMED RUN
Award Categories: Overall Men and Women
5K TIMED RUN
Award Categories: Overall Men and Women
5K FUN RUN
Awards: To be confirmed
Age eligibility for the shorter distances should be checked in the official registration rules.
BIB & KIT COLLECTION
BIB Collection Date: To be confirmed
BIB Collection Venue: To be confirmed
Collection Time: To be confirmed
Items to Collect: Race BIB and applicable participant kit
Required Documents: Registration Confirmation and any ID requested by the organizer
Race-Day Collection: Confirm with the organizer
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
21.1K HALF MARATHON
Overall Winners: Men and Women
Age-Group Recognition: 18–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59 and 60+ years
10K TIMED RUN
Overall Winners: Men and Women
5K TIMED RUN
Overall Winners: Men and Women
Cash Prizes: Not advertised
Slam Finisher Recognition: Special Hyderabad City Slam Medal and exclusive benefits for eligible runners who complete all three qualifying seasonal races.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Runners aged 18 years and above can register for the 21.1K Half Marathon, subject to the organizer's rules. Beginners and recreational runners can consider the shorter 10K and 5K options. Virtual participation is available to eligible participants living in India outside Hyderabad.
Runners who want to earn official Hyderabad City Slam Finisher status must complete all three qualifying distances across consecutive seasonal editions.
WHY PARTICIPATE?
Challenge yourself with a 21.1K Half Marathon
Improve endurance with a professionally timed race
Choose between 10K, 5K and fun-run categories
Experience Hyderabad's running community
Complete the final stage of the City Slam journey
Earn special Slam Finisher recognition by completing all three qualifying races
Take part virtually if you live outside Hyderabad
ORGANIZER
The High Five Tribe
Supported by: HMDA, Telangana Tourism and Hyderabad running communities.
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