SANDHYA MARINES VIZAG MARATHON 2026 – 5TH EDITION

SANDHYA MARINES VIZAG MARATHON 2026 – 5TH EDITION

The Sandhya Marines Vizag Marathon 2026 – 5th Edition is scheduled for Sunday, 29 November 2026, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Organized by Vizag Runners Society, with Sandhya Marines as the title sponsor, this flagship running event promotes health, fitness, endurance and community participation along the scenic coastline of the Bay of Bengal. The event features a 20-mile run, a Half Marathon, a 10K Run and a 5K Fun Run, welcoming experienced runners, fitness enthusiasts and beginners. 

EVENT OVERVIEW

Date: Sunday, 29 November 2026
Venue: MGM Park and Beach Road, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Organizer: Vizag Runners Society
Title Sponsor: Sandhya Marines
Edition: 5th Edition
Categories: 20 Miles, Half Marathon, 10K Run, 5K Fun Run
Event Type: Road Running Event
Theme: Fitness, Endurance and Community Wellness
Course: Coastal Road Route along the Bay of Bengal

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

20 Miles Run

Distance: 32.18 KM
Registration Fee: ₹1,700
Format: Long-Distance Endurance Run
Flag-off Time: 5:30 AM

Half Marathon

Distance: 21.125 KM
Registration Fee: ₹1,500
Format: Timed Race
Flag-off Time: 5:30 AM

10K Run

Distance: 10 KM
Registration Fee: ₹1,000
Format: Timed Race
Flag-off Time: 5:30 AM

5K Fun Run

Distance: 5 KM
Registration Fee: ₹600
Format: Fun Run
Flag-off Time: 5:30 AM

CURRENT REGISTRATION FEES

20 Miles Run – ₹1,700
Half Marathon – ₹1,500
10K Run – ₹1,000
5K Fun Run – ₹600

These are the published base registration fees. GST and ticket service charges may apply during checkout. 

RACE-DAY SCHEDULE

Date: Sunday, 29 November 2026
Event Venue Opens: 3:30 AM

START & FINISH POINT

Starting Area: MGM Park, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Route: Visakhapatnam Beach Road and the coastal stretch along the Bay of Bengal.

The 5K route turns around near Kali Temple, while the 10K route extends towards the Kailasagiri Ropeway. The Half Marathon follows the coastal route towards the sunrise-point area and turns near Radisson. The 20-mile course extends towards Film Nagar Club before returning.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE

Official Race T-Shirt
Race BIB
Finisher Medal
Certificate
Goodie Bag
Timing Chip
Medical Support
Hydration Support
Energy Drinks
Post-Race Breakfast
Refreshments
Event Photography

TIMING & RESULTS

20 Miles Run: Timing Details to Be Confirmed
Half Marathon: Timed Race
10K Run: Timed Race
5K Fun Run: Fun Run Category

BIB & KIT COLLECTION

Date: Yet to be confirmed
Time: Yet to be confirmed
Venue: Yet to be confirmed

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Total Prize Pool: ₹12,00,000

Category-wise prize money and award distributions: To be confirmed by the organizer.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Experienced runners, endurance athletes, fitness enthusiasts, beginners and community members can participate according to the eligibility requirements of their chosen distance. Participants should select a category appropriate to their fitness and training level.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Run along the scenic coastline of Visakhapatnam
Challenge yourself across four running distances
Improve fitness, stamina and endurance
Experience the sunrise over the Bay of Bengal
Connect with the Vizag running community
Celebrate health, unity and community participation
Be part of one of Visakhapatnam's flagship running events

ORGANIZER

Vizag Runners Society

Title Sponsor: Sandhya Marines

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION

The event is scheduled for 29 November 2026 in Visakhapatnam. The four published race distances are 20 miles, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K. The organizer has announced a total prize pool of ₹12 lakh.

Participants should verify current registration fees, GST and service charges, BIB collection details, age requirements, cut-off times, route instructions and race-day arrangements through the official registration channels before participating.