Oct 25th, 2026 · Nairobi, Kenya

Together
we run further.

Kenya's flagship road race. 42km through the heart of Nairobi. Thousands of runners. One unforgettable day.

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Start Time

42km

Full Marathon

06:00 AM

Gun Start

Popular

21km

Half Marathon

07:20 AM

Gun Start

Fun Run

10km

10K Run

08:45 AM

Gun Start

Family

5km

Family Fun Run

10:00 AM

Rolling Start

Wheelchair

21km

Wheelchair Half Marathon

05:45 AM

Gun Start

Race Day Schedule

Race Start Times

Plan your race day early. All categories assemble outside Carnivore on Southern Bypass Road.

Race	Distance	Arrival Time	Assembly Time	Start Time
21km Wheelchair	21 km	5:00 am	5:25 am	5:45 am
42km Full Marathon	42 km	5:00 am	5:50 am	6:00 am
21km Half Marathon	21 km	6:30 am	7:00 am	7:20 am
10km Road Race	10 km	8:00 am	8:40 am	8:45 am
5km Family Fun Run	5 km	9:00 am	9:40 am	10:00 am

Start & Assembly Point

Outside Carnivore, Southern Bypass Road

Finish Line

Uhuru Gardens (10km, 21km, 42km & Wheelchair)

Runner's Guide →

Race News

Look at SCNM 2025 Winners

A Look at This Year's Marathon Winners

Interviews

Winners Award Ceremony Interviews

Record-Breaking Participation: From 5K to the Full Marathon

Press Release

Prize Awards Press Release

Winners of Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon 2025 receive KES 11.7 million in prize money, benefit from financial literacy training

Race Preparation

Train with
Coach Rhotimmi

Certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) — the simplest way to complete your marathon, designed for beginners.

Beginners · 5km & 10km

8 WEEKS

Marathon Training Plan

Running Strength Plan
Nutrition Plan
Recovery Plan
Accountability

Advanced · 5km, 10km & 21km

16 WEEKS

Marathon Training Plan

Running Strength Plan
Nutrition Plan
Recovery Plan
Accountability

Book your staycation
Holiday deals

In partnership with Bonfire Adventures, the top finishers in the 42km category will win an exclusive luxury safari experience, the ultimate reward for completing Kenya's flagship marathon.

Nestled in the heart of the Maasai Mara, Emayian Luxury Tented Camp offers spacious luxury tents, breathtaking views, fine dining, and an immersive wildlife experience that creates unforgettable memories.

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