top of page

REGISTRATION

shutterstock_321441659_edited.jpg

Organizers & Partners

NAIROBI CITY MARATHON

on Sunday 7 July 2024. Registration Opening Soon!

7F5A1894.jpg

LOCAL/EAC PARTICIPANTS

Marathon 42 Km

KSH 1,500

REGISTER

  • Start Time: 06:30hrs

  • Assembly Time: 06:15hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

Half Marathon 21 KM

Ksh 1,200

REGISTER HERE

  • Start Time: 07:15hrs

  • Assembly Time: 07:00hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

10Km Expressway Run

Ksh 1,000

REGISTER HERE

  • Start Time: 09:00hrs

  • Assembly Time: 08:45hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

6Km Fun Run

Ksh 500

REGISTER HERE

  • Start Time: 09:30hrs

  • Assembly Time: 09:15hrs

trial2.png
1I9A1588.jpg

42 km

Full Marathon

KES 1500

  • Start Time: 06:30hrs

  • Assembly Time: 06:15hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

Register

21 km

Half Marathon

KES 1200

  • Start Time: 07:15hrs

  • Assembly Time: 07:00hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

Register

10 km

Express Way Run

KES 1000

  • Start Time: 09:00hrs

  • Assembly Time: 08:45hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

Register

6 km

Fun Run

KES 500

  • Start Time: 09:30hrs

  • Assembly Time: 09:15hrs

Register

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 July 7th, 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 opens on December 7th, 2023. 

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'

A88X9271.JPG

CHAMPS OF NAIROBI CITY MARATHON

Have a look at exciting moments captured during the Nairobi Marathon 2022 & 2023

1.

Get a once-in-a-lifetime experience running the unique course on Nairobi Expressway.

5.

Combine this unique running experience with the magical Kenyan hospitality and a unique safari in one of the national parks. 

2.

Run together with the best runners in the world in their home country Kenya – the cradle of marathon running.

3.

Choose from a variety of distances ranging from 6 Km, 10 Km, half marathon, and full marathon.

4.

Be among the top runners as they compete for the ultimate prize.

Why Nairobi City Marathon

is the most stunning 

Race Day

  • Make sure you are well-hydrated before and during the run.

  •  Fuel your energy with high carbohydrate breakfast & amp; energy bars, and fruits.

  • Start the run slowly then pick up your speed.

Post Race

  • After the run, hydrate and eat simple carbohydrates.

  • Walk a little to cool down the muscles.

  • Take a week off before resuming any running activities.

Pre-run

  • Train for the marathon weeks before. Include recovery and rest days.

  • Start small and know your limits.

  • Cross-train through walking, hiking, swimming, cycling or lifting weights.

1I9A1588.jpg

42 km

Full Marathon

90 USD

  • Start Time: 06:30hrs

  • Assembly Time: 06:15hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

Register

21 km

Half Marathon

60 USD

  • Start Time: 07:15hrs

  • Assembly Time: 07:00hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

Register

10 km

Express Way Run

40 USD

  • Start Time: 09:00hrs

  • Assembly Time: 08:45hrs

  • Eligible for prize money

Register

6 km

Fun Run

20 USD

  • Start Time: 09:30hrs

  • Assembly Time: 09:15hrs

Register

International Participants

bottom of page