Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic WalkingWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Almaty Marathon
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+1
KZCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Kazakhstan: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
12 verified events (7 confirmed dates) and 56 races in Kazakhstan with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions56Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 100 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,800 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic WalkingBoston Marathon Qualifier
Turkestan Marathon
Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Almaty Half Marathon
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km
City RunMountain+1
Photo: U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Astana Half-Marathon
Astana, Kazakhstan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Kazakhstan Ultra Marathon
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km60 km
MountainMulti-Day+2
Photo: Javid Nikpour / Mehr News Agency · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail Running
Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers
Angers, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km+6
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+4
Photo: W. Bulach · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail de Plaintel
Plaintel, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42 km25 km12 km6.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCharity Run
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise
Saint-Quentin, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km2 km950 m
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Almaty Marathon | Almaty, Almaty, KZ | Road RunningNordic Walking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Turkestan Marathon | Turkestan, Turkestanischer Bezirk, KZ | Road RunningNordic Walking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Almaty Half Marathon | Almaty, Almaty, KZ | Road RunningNordic Walking | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Astana Half-Marathon | Astana, Astana, KZ | Road RunningNordic Walking | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Kazakhstan Ultra Marathon | Almaty, Almaty, KZ | Trail Running | 100 km60 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Trail de Plaintel | Plaintel, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km6.5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise | Saint-Quentin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km950 m |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Olsztyn Independence Run |  Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Gdynia Independence Run | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km1.92 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Le Trail de la Saint Martin | Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Independence Run in Police | Police, West Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Kazakhstan in asia is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 56 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Nordic Walking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Almaty, Turkestan, Astana, and Angers. Notable events in the selection include Almaty Marathon, Turkestan Marathon, and Almaty Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 100 km, reaching up to +3,800 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Kazakhstan 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 Kazakhstan?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 56 individual races in Kazakhstan. A total of 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Almaty Marathon, Turkestan Marathon, and Almaty Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Kazakhstan?
Events in Kazakhstan focus on Road Running, Nordic Walking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 100 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Almaty, Turkestan, Astana, and Angers.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Kazakhstan?
The most selective courses in Kazakhstan climb up to +3,800 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 Kazakhstan?
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.
