Skinathon 2026

Skinathon 2026 is a unique running event in Bengaluru, Karnataka, bringing together runners, fitness enthusiasts, healthcare professionals, families, beginners and experienced athletes to promote skin health, fitness and awareness. The 2nd Edition of Skinathon is presented by the Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists & Leprologists (IADVL) Karnataka Branch, in collaboration with the Bangalore Dermatological Society (BDS). The event offers 10K and 5K road-running categories for participants of different fitness levels and experience.

Run for Skin Health. Run for Fitness. Run for Awareness.

Event Overview

Event: Skinathon 2026 – 2nd Edition
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026
Venue: Chandragupta Maurya Ground, Bengaluru
Event Time: 5:30 AM onwards
Organizer: Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists & Leprologists (IADVL) Karnataka Branch
In Collaboration With: Bangalore Dermatological Society (BDS)
Race Distance: 10K and 5K
Event Type: Road Running Event

Choose your Challenge

10K Run

Distance: 10 KM
Format: Timed road race with timing chip
Entry Fee: ₹1,000 + GST
Flag-off Time: Yet to be announced

5K Run

Distance: 5 KM
Format: Road race with timing chip
Entry Fee: ₹750 + GST
Flag-off Time: Yet to be announced

Registration Opens: 31 August 2026
Bib Collection: 3 October 2026
Race Day: 4 October 2026

Race-Day Schedule

Reporting Time: 5:30 AM

10K Run: Yet to be announced
5K Run: Yet to be announced

Age Categories

10K Run

Age categories: Yet to be announced

5K Run

Age categories: Yet to be announced

What Participants Receive

For 10K & 5K

Bib & Timing Chip
Exclusive Race T-shirt
Finisher Medal
Finisher Certificate
On-route Hydration
Medical Support
Race Photographs
Awards & Recognition
Pre-run Group Warm-up
Post-run Group Cool-down

Race-Day Experience

Skinathon 2026 is designed to combine running, fitness and public awareness around skin health.

Pre-run group warm-up
10K and 5K running challenges
Timing chip and bib
On-route hydration
Medical support
Race photography
Awards and recognition
Post-run group cool-down
Skin-health awareness and community engagement

Race-Day Facilities

The event provides essential facilities and support to help participants enjoy a safe and comfortable race experience.

On-route hydration stations
Medical support
Timing chip and bib
Race photographs
Pre-run warm-up
Post-run cool-down
Route support

The official event page specifically lists hydration stations, medical support, race photography, warm-up and cool-down facilities.

Event Expo

Bib collection will take place before race day.

Date: Saturday, 3 October 2026
Venue: Yet to be announced
Time: Yet to be announced

Why You Should Join

Promotes awareness about skin health
Supports the importance of seeking treatment from certified professionals
Suitable for beginners and experienced runners
Choice of 5K and 10K distances
Timing chip and bib
Exclusive race T-shirt
Finisher medal and certificate
On-route hydration
Medical support
Race photography
Awards and category recognition
Pre-run warm-up and post-run cool-down
Strong health, fitness and awareness-focused community experience

Who Can Participate

Skinathon 2026 welcomes:

Experienced runners
Amateur runners
First-time runners
Fitness enthusiasts
Healthcare professionals
Dermatologists
Families
Students
Working professionals
Running clubs
Community groups