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Marathon 42 Km
KSH 1,500
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Start Time: 06:45hrs
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Assembly Time: 06:30hrs
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Eligible for prize money
Half Marathon 21 KM
Ksh 1,200
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Start Time: 07:30hrs
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Assembly Time: 07:15hrs
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Eligible for prize money
10 Km Expressway Run
Ksh 1,000
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Start Time: 09:00hrs
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Assembly Time: 08:45hrs
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Eligible for prize money
6 Km Fun Run
Ksh 500
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Start Time: 10:00hrs
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Assembly Time: 09:45hrs
42 km
Full Marathon
KES 1500
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Start Time: 06:45hrs
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Assembly Time: 06:30hrs
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Eligible for prize money
21 km
Half Marathon
KES 1200
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Start Time: 07:30hrs
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Assembly Time: 07:15hrs
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Eligible for prize money
10 km
Express Way Run
KES 1000
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Start Time: 09:00hrs
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Assembly Time: 08:45hrs
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Eligible for prize money
Professional Athletes
Get fit and ready to run - for beginners
How to prepare for the marathon
About Nairobi City Marathon
Great news for all marathon runners - Nairobi City Marathon is back for its third edition on September 8, 2024! Join professional athletes from Kenya and experience the beauty of the 'Green City in the Sun' while running on the magnificent Nairobi Expressway. Bring your friends, family and colleagues to participate in the Fun Run race. Registration is ongoing.
See you at the starting line!
Kenya is the cradle of running
The climate and altitude in Kenya, and great running locations have helped produce the best athletes in the world.
Come live the magic of Kenya
Enjoy the delicious cuisines, colourful nightlife, magnificent weather and amazing hospitality. Combine the magic of the Nairobi City Marathon with the magic of Kenya.
Nairobi National Park
Nairobi city is also known as ‘Safari Capital of the World’. Visit the Nairobi National Museum and go for a safari in Nairobi National Park.
Experience the
'Green City In The Sun'
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Get a once-in-a-lifetime experience running the unique course on Nairobi Expressway.
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Combine this unique running experience with the magical Kenyan hospitality and a unique safari in one of the national parks.
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Run together with the best runners in the world in their home country Kenya – the cradle of marathon running.
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Choose from a variety of distances ranging from 6 Km, 10Km, half marathon, and full marathon.
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Be among the top runners as they compete for the ultimate prize.
Why Nairobi City Marathon
is the most stunning
Race Day
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Make sure you are well-hydrated before and during the run.
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Fuel your energy with high carbohydrate breakfast & amp; energy bars, and fruits.
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Start the run slowly then pick up your speed.
Post Race
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After the run, hydrate and eat simple carbohydrates.
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Walk a little to cool down the muscles.
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Take a week off before resuming any running activities.
Pre-run
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Train for the marathon weeks before. Include recovery and rest days.
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Start small and know your limits.
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Cross-train through walking, hiking, swimming, cycling or lifting weights.
42 km
Full Marathon
90 USD
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Start Time: 06:45hrs
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Assembly Time: 06:30hrs
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Eligible for prize money
21 km
Half Marathon
60 USD
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Start Time: 07:30hrs
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Assembly Time: 07:15hrs
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Eligible for prize money
10 km
Express Way Run
40 USD
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Start Time: 09:00hrs
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Assembly Time: 08:45hrs
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Eligible for prize money
6 km
Fun Run
20 USD
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Start Time: 10:00hrs
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Assembly Time: 09:45hrs