SKF Goa River Marathon 2026

📍 Event Overview 

Experience one of India’s most scenic and festive running events at the SKF Goa River Marathon 2026, set along the beautiful Zuari River in Vasco da Gama, Goa. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, breathtaking routes, and international participation, this marathon blends endurance with celebration. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, choose from multiple race categories and be part of Goa’s biggest fitness festival.

📅 Event Details

•Date: 13th December 2026 (Sunday)

•Location: Chicalim Panchayat Ground, Vasco da Gama, Goa

•Organiser: Vasco Sports Club

🏃 Race Categories & Pricing

•5 KM Fun Run: ₹750

•10 KM Run: ₹1050 (Early Bird)

•Half Marathon (21.1 KM): ₹1600

•20 Miler (32 KM): ₹1900

•Full Marathon (42.2 KM): ₹2060

⏰ Reporting & Start Times

•Full Marathon: 

Reporting 3:30 AM 

Start 4:00 AM

•32 KM: 

Start 4:30 AM

•Half Marathon: 

Start 5:30 AM

•10 KM: 

Reporting 5:15 AM 

Start 6:15 AM

•5 KM: 

Reporting 7:45 AM 

Start 8:35 AM

⏱️ Cut-Off Times

•Full Marathon: 6 Hours

•32 KM: 5 Hours

•Half Marathon: 3 Hours 30 Minutes

•10 KM: 2 Hours

🎽 Bib Collection

•6th December: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

•7th December: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM

•Note: No bib distribution on race day

•Venue: Chicalim Panchayat Grounds, Goa

2-loop route covering extended river stretch

https://youtu.be/gXYogR1xdT8?si=xqTxNfkgxQ63XBNY

•20 Miler (32 KM): 

Long-distance endurance route with river views

https://youtu.be/byyMELsLt5I?si=8CbwEp4sz5XB2sy-

•Half Marathon (21.1 KM): 

Balanced scenic route for intermediate runners

https://youtu.be/zgG2EMtSzkg?si=_T_sFOQHbTkUHG3Q

•10 KM Run: 

Fast and flat route, ideal for timing and performance

https://youtu.be/sfZmuPeRRRY?si=xHqw-9jP7Yksa7cX

•5 KM Run: 

Short, beginner-friendly route within the event zone

https://youtu.be/KLipDTrRznw?si=P_QKR3VYMkiQ7Pe0

🎁 What You Get

•🎽 Dry-fit T-shirt (subject to availability)

•🏅 Finisher Medal (within cut-off time)

•📜 Timing Certificate

•💧 Hydration Support (eco-friendly water stations)

•🚑 Medical Assistance throughout the route

•🎉 Post-Race Refreshments & Beer

•🎶 Live Entertainment & Music

•🚌 Shuttle Service (Vasco to venue)

🚌 Shuttle & Parking

•Shuttle buses from Vasco Railway Station

•Frequency: Every 10–15 minutes (from 3:00 AM)

•Return buses available from 9:00 AM

Parking:

•Regina Mundi School Ground

•~750 meters walking distance from start point

💧 Hydration & Facilities

•Eco-friendly hydration (paper cups only)

•Participants advised to carry personal bottles

•Medical support available on-site

🎉 Post-Race Experience

•Refreshments and chilled beer at finish area

•Live music and entertainment

•Finisher medal and certificate (within cut-off time)

🏆 Prizes

•Top 3 winners (Open Category) for:

      °Full Marathon

      °32 KM

      °Half Marathon

      °10 KM

⚠️ Important Rules

•No refund under any circumstances

•Category change allowed up to 1 month before event

•No bib collection on race day

•Carry ID proof & registration confirmation

•Participants must be medically fit

📞 Contact Details

Email: runnersingoa@gmail.com

Support: support@skfgoarivermarathon.com