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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Running Calendar Races in Cairo Governorate: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (6 confirmed dates) and 62 races in Races in Cairo Governorate with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events126 confirmed dates
Competitions62Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 113 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,400 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Pyramids Half Marathon - Marakez
Cairo, Egypt
December 11, 2026 to December 12, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
DesertCulture & History+5
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
Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
El Gouna Half Marathon
El Gouna, Egypt
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
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
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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
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
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 |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | ROODY 50X | Cairo, Cairo, EG | Trail Running | 55 km28 km10 km5 km |
| 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 | 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 |
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 |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers |  Angers, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Cairo Governorate (Egypt, Cairo Governorate) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 62 individual races, including 6 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include Cairo, El Gouna, Luxor, and Sharm el Sheikh. Notable events in the selection include Pharaohs Pyramids Trail, Pyramids Half Marathon - Marakez, and ROODY 50X.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 113 km, reaching up to +2,400 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Cairo Governorate 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 Races in Cairo Governorate?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 62 individual races in Races in Cairo Governorate. A total of 6 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Pharaohs Pyramids Trail, Pyramids Half Marathon - Marakez, and ROODY 50X.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Cairo Governorate?
Events in Races in Cairo Governorate focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 113 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Cairo, El Gouna, Luxor, and Sharm el Sheikh.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Cairo Governorate?
The most selective courses in Races in Cairo Governorate 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 Races in Cairo Governorate?
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.