Veterun 2026

VETERUN 2026 – The Power of Grey is a special running event in Pune that celebrates endurance, experience, discipline and the power of runners who continue to challenge themselves at every age. After five memorable editions, VETERUN returns in 2026 with 21K, 10K and 5K race formats, welcoming both experienced veteran runners and participants from younger age groups.

The event places a special focus on runners aged 35 years and above, with nine five-year veteran age categories extending from 35–39 years through 75+ years.

Age is a number. Running is power.

Event Overview

Event: VETERUN 2026 – The Power of Grey
Location: Pune, Maharashtra
Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026
Venue: SPPU Gymnasium, Pune University, Pune
Event Start: 5:00 AM
Organizer: Sportzilla India / Sportzilla Pvt. Ltd.
Race Distance: 21K, 10K, 5K and 3K
Event Type: Road Running Event

⏰ REPORTING & RACE TIMINGS

🟢 3 KM RUN

🕠 Reporting: 05:30 AM

🚩 Flag-off: 06:20 AM

🔵 5 KM RUN

🕠 Reporting: 05:30 AM

🚩 Flag-off: 06:10 AM

🟠 10 KM RUN

🕠 Reporting: 05:30 AM

🚩 Flag-off: 06:00 AM

🔴 21 KM HALF MARATHON

🕔 Reporting: 05:00 AM

🚩 Flag-off: 05:30 AM

Choose your Challenge

Half Marathon – 21K

Distance: 21 KM / 21.1 KM
Format: Timed competitive race
Entry Fee: ₹1,500
Age Eligibility: Minimum 18 years
Categories: Men & Women

10K Challenge

Distance: 10 KM
Format: Timed competitive race
Entry Fee: ₹1,200
Age Eligibility: Yet to be announced
Categories: Men & Women

5K Joy Run

Distance: 5 KM
Format: Fun Run / Non-timed
Entry Fee: ₹700
Age Eligibility: Open to all
Categories: Open

What Participants Receive

For 21K, 10K, 5K & 3K

Race T-shirt
Finisher Medal
Race BIB
Certificate
Post-run Refreshments
Race Participation Experience

Race-Day Experience

Pune's Pashan roads

Golden-sunrise running experience
21K timed Half Marathon
10K timed challenge
5K fun run
Veteran-focused age categories
Competitive racing for experienced runners
Inclusive participation for younger runners
Community running atmosphere
Finisher recognition
Post-run refreshments

Race-Day Facilities

The currently published event information confirms participant support including:

Race BIB
Timing support for 21K and 10K
Finisher medals
Certificates
Refreshments
Race-day event support

Event Expo

Bib Collection Date: 3 October 2026
Bib Collection Time: 10AM to 05 PM
Venue:  Lyfefit Arena, Karvenagar, Pune