Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Kimbia Kenya
Jacaranda, Kenya
February 7, 2027 to February 15, 2027Date confirmed
91.2 km56 km6 km3.5 km
Charity RunIsland+6
KECountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Kenya: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
7 verified events (2 confirmed dates) and 17 races in Kenya with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events72 confirmed dates
Competitions17Races & courses
Distances3.5 - 91.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,233 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsPhoto: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Lewa Safari Marathon
Nairobi, Kenya
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Kenya Wildlife Marathon
Athi River, Kenya
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km21 km10 km5 km
Charity RunDesert+2
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Nairobi Marathon
Nairobi, Kenya
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Eldoret City Marathon
Eldoret, Kenya
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km10 km
City RunCharity Run+1
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Lake OL`Bolossat Half Marathon
Ol Kalou, Kenya
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Sagalla Hills Marathon
Sagala, Kenya
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2027 - Feb 15, 2027 | Kimbia Kenya | Jacaranda, Nairobi, KE | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 91.2 km56 km6 km3.5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 | Lewa Safari Marathon | Nairobi, Nairobi, KE | Trail Running | 42.2 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Kenya Wildlife Marathon | Athi River, Machakos County, KE | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Nairobi Marathon | Nairobi, Nairobi, KE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Eldoret City Marathon | Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, KE | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Lake OL`Bolossat Half Marathon | Ol Kalou, Nyandarua, KE | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Sagalla Hills Marathon | Sagala, Taita Taveta, KE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Kenya in africa is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 7 public events and 17 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. High-altitude runs in the Great Rift Valley, savannah marathons, and road races in Nairobi. Key host locations include Jacaranda, Nairobi, Athi River, and Eldoret. Notable events in the selection include Kimbia Kenya, Lewa Safari Marathon, and Kenya Wildlife Marathon.
Race distances span from 3.5 km to 91.2 km, reaching up to +1,233 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Kenya 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 Kenya?
RunningCompass currently lists 7 verified events with 17 individual races in Kenya. A total of 2 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Kimbia Kenya, Lewa Safari Marathon, and Kenya Wildlife Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Kenya?
Events in Kenya focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 3.5 km entry-level races up to 91.2 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Jacaranda, Nairobi, Athi River, and Eldoret.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Kenya?
The most selective courses in Kenya climb up to +1,233 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 Kenya?
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.
