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El Gouna Half Marathon
El Gouna, Egypt
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
EGCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Egypt: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
11 verified events (5 confirmed dates) and 46 races in Egypt with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events115 confirmed dates
Competitions46Races & courses
Distances1 - 113 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,400 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Pharaohs Pyramids Trail
Cairo, Egypt
December 5, 2026 to December 13, 2026Date confirmed
69 km46 km
Nature & Off-RoadDesert+2
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Pyramids Half Marathon - Marakez
Cairo, Egypt
December 11, 2026 to December 12, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
DesertCulture & History+5
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Egyptian Marathon
Luxor, Egypt
January 8, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km12 km5 km
City RunDesert+1
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Ironstar
Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
February 5, 2027 to February 6, 2027Date confirmed
111.53 km54.1 km5 km1.61 km+1
Seaside & CoastMulti-Day+1
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
All Égypte Running Tour
Assuan, Egypt
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km19 km15 km14 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadDesert+2
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonRoad Running
Somabay Endurance Festival
Soma bay, Egypt
Date to be announcedDate TBA
51.5 km25.75 km12.85 km10 km+2
Seaside & CoastRelay+6
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
ROODY 50X
Cairo, Egypt
Date to be announcedDate TBA
55 km28 km10 km5 km
DesertNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2026 | El Gouna Half Marathon | El Gouna, Rotes Meer, EG | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 | Pharaohs Pyramids Trail | Cairo, Cairo, EG | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 69 km46 km |
| Dec 11, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026 | Pyramids Half Marathon - Marakez | Cairo, Cairo, EG | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2027 | Egyptian Marathon | Luxor, Luxor, EG | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km12 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5, 2027 - Feb 6, 2027 | Ironstar | Sharm el Sheikh, Südsinai, EG | TriathlonRoad Running | 111.53 km54.1 km5 km1.61 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | All Égypte Running Tour | Assuan, Assouan, EG | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 21 km19 km15 km14 km |
| Date to be announced | Somabay Endurance Festival | Soma bay, Rotes Meer, EG | TriathlonRoad Running | 51.5 km25.75 km12.85 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | ROODY 50X | Cairo, Cairo, EG | Trail Running | 55 km28 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Sinai Mountain Challenge | Saint Catherine, Südsinai, EG | Trail Running | 30 km27 km24 km |
| Date to be announced | Sharm El Sheikh International Half marathon | Sharm el Sheikh, Südsinai, EG | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman 70.3 Egypt | Sharm el Sheikh, Südsinai, EG | Triathlon | 113 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Egypt in africa is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 11 public events and 46 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include El Gouna, Cairo, Luxor, and Sharm el Sheikh. Notable events in the selection include El Gouna Half Marathon, Pharaohs Pyramids Trail, and Pyramids Half Marathon - Marakez.
Race distances span from 1 km to 113 km, reaching up to +2,400 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Egypt includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Egypt?
RunningCompass currently lists 11 verified events with 46 individual races in Egypt. A total of 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include El Gouna Half Marathon, Pharaohs Pyramids Trail, and Pyramids Half Marathon - Marakez.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Egypt?
Events in Egypt focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 113 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include El Gouna, Cairo, Luxor, and Sharm el Sheikh.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Egypt?
The most selective courses in Egypt climb up to +2,400 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Egypt?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
