NEWS18 RUN BANGLA RUN 2026

The News18 Run Bangla Run 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, 6 December 2026, at Godrej Waterside, Salt Lake, Kolkata. Organised by News18 Bangla, the event brings together competitive runners, fitness enthusiasts, families and first-time participants for a celebration of running, fitness and the spirit of Bengal.

EVENT OVERVIEW
Date: Sunday, 6 December 2026
Venue: Godrej Waterside, Salt Lake, Kolkata
Organizer: News18 Bangla
Categories: 10K, 5K, 2K
Event Type: Timed & Fun Run
Focus: Fitness, Community & Healthy Lifestyle
Event Start: 5:00 AM

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

10K TIMED RUN
Distance: 10 KM
Registration Fee: ₹699 Early Bird
Format: Timed Run
Eligibility: 16 Years & Above
The 10K Timed Run is designed for experienced runners and participants looking to challenge themselves on a competitive city route.

5K TIMED RUN
Distance: 5 KM
Registration Fee: ₹599 Early Bird
Format: Timed Run
Eligibility: 10 Years & Above
The 5K Timed Run offers a competitive running experience for participants looking to improve their fitness and timing.

5K FUN RUN
Distance: 5 KM
Registration Fee: ₹499 Early Bird
Format: Non-Timed Run
Eligibility: 10 Years & Above
The 5K Fun Run is suitable for families, beginners and fitness enthusiasts who want to enjoy the event without competitive timing.

2K FUN RUN
Distance: 2 KM
Registration Fee: ₹299 Early Bird
Format: Non-Timed Run
Eligibility: 6 Years & Above
The 2K Fun Run provides an easy and enjoyable introduction to running for young participants and families.

RACE-DAY SCHEDULE
Event Start: 5:00 AM
Category-wise reporting and flag-off timings: Yet to be announced

START & FINISH POINT
Godrej Waterside, Plot – 5, Block – DP, Sector V, Salt Lake, Kolkata – 700091
The route is planned towards the iconic Biswa Bangla Gate before returning to Godrej Waterside.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
Event T-Shirt
Finisher Medal
Hydration
Refreshments

TIMING & RESULTS
10K Timed Run: Timed
5K Timed Run: Timed
5K Fun Run: Non-Timed
2K Fun Run: Non-Timed

AGE CATEGORIES
10K: 16 Years & Above
5K Timed: 10 Years & Above
5K Fun: 10 Years & Above
2K Fun: 6 Years & Above

BIB & KIT COLLECTION
Details: Yet to be announced

AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Details: Yet to be announced

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Competitive runners, fitness enthusiasts, families, beginners and first-time participants can choose a suitable race category based on the applicable age requirements.

ORGANIZER
News18 Bangla