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Ultra X Morocco
Ouarzazate, Morocco
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
110 km50 km25 km
DesertNature & Off-Road+3
MACountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Morocco: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
41 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 144 races in Morocco with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events4136 confirmed dates
Competitions144Races & courses
Distances3 - 250 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Marrakech-Agafay Trail
Marrakesh, Morocco
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
83 km60 km42 km31 km+3
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
ATLAS GRAN FONDO
Taroudannt, Morocco
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
160 km120 km80 km40 km
High AltitudeMountain+3
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail Lake Lalla Takerkoust Marrakech Morocco
Lalla Takerkoust, Morocco
January 23, 2027 to January 24, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21 km10 km3 km
Eco-FriendlyCulture & History+7
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Sahara Desert Trail Morocco
Merzouga, Morocco
January 23, 2027 to January 30, 2027Date confirmed
132 km
DesertMulti-Day+2
Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Marrakech Marathon
Marrakesh, Morocco
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Dune Desert Marathon of Morocco
Merzouga, Morocco
February 21, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km
DesertNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Raidlight Desert Trophy Morocco
Zagora, Morocco
March 13, 2027 to March 21, 2027Date confirmed
200 km148 km98 km
Nature & Off-RoadDesert+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Ultra X Morocco | Ouarzazate, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 110 km50 km25 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Marrakech-Agafay Trail | Marrakesh, Marrakech-Safi, MA | Mountain BikingTrail Running | 83 km60 km42 km31 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | ATLAS GRAN FONDO | Taroudannt, Souss Massa, MA | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 160 km120 km80 km40 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2027 - Jan 24, 2027 | Trail Lake Lalla Takerkoust Marrakech Morocco | Lalla Takerkoust, Marrakech-Safi, MA | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21 km10 km3 km |
| Jan 23, 2027 - Jan 30, 2027 | Sahara Desert Trail Morocco | Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 132 km |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Marrakech Marathon | Marrakesh, Marrakech-Safi, MA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2027 | Dune Desert Marathon of Morocco | Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2027 - Mar 21, 2027 | Raidlight Desert Trophy Morocco | Zagora, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 200 km148 km98 km |
| Mar 21, 2027 | MOROCCO TRAIL RACE | Tahannaout, Marrakech-Safi, MA | Trail Running | 35 km21 km9.04 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2027 - Apr 12, 2027 | Marathon des Sables | Ouarzazate, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 250 km |
| Apr 11, 2027 | Rabat International Marathon | Rabat, Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, MA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Apr 13, 2027 - Apr 16, 2027 | Trail Acacia M'ssici | M'Ssici, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 110 km10 km21 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Morocco in africa is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 41 public events and 144 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Multi-stage Sahara desert runs, High Atlas mountain trails, and fast courses in Marrakesh. Key host locations include Ouarzazate, Marrakesh, Taroudannt, and Lalla Takerkoust. Notable events in the selection include Ultra X Morocco, Marrakech-Agafay Trail, and ATLAS GRAN FONDO.
Race distances span from 3 km to 250 km, reaching up to +5,200 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Morocco 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 Morocco?
RunningCompass currently lists 41 verified events with 144 individual races in Morocco. A total of 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Ultra X Morocco, Marrakech-Agafay Trail, and ATLAS GRAN FONDO.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Morocco?
Events in Morocco focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 3 km entry-level races up to 250 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Ouarzazate, Marrakesh, Taroudannt, and Lalla Takerkoust.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Morocco?
The most selective courses in Morocco climb up to +5,200 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 Morocco?
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.
