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Nepal Ultra Marathon
Kathmandu, Nepal
November 26, 2026 to November 28, 2026Date confirmed
100 km60 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
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Running Calendar Nepal: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
7 verified events (2 confirmed dates) and 22 races in Nepal with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events72 confirmed dates
Competitions22Races & courses
Distances3 - 141 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,400 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Nepal Bhutan Trail Adventure
Pokhara, Nepal
November 7, 2027 to November 21, 2027Date confirmed
141 km108 km
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road+3
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Kathmandu Marathon
Kathmandu, Nepal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunMountain+1
Photo: Alpsdake · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Nepalgunj Marathon
Nepalgunj, Nepal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon
Khumjung, Nepal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
60 km42.2 km21.1 km
MountainHigh Altitude+2
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Yeti Wildmarathon of Nepal
Manang, Nepal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km21 km10 km
High AltitudeCulture & History+3
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Trail du Népal
Kathmandu, Nepal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
72.2 km
MountainMulti-Day+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 26, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026 | Nepal Ultra Marathon | Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, NP | Trail Running | 100 km60 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 - Nov 21, 2027 | Nepal Bhutan Trail Adventure | Pokhara, Gandaki Province, NP | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 141 km108 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Kathmandu Marathon | Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, NP | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Nepalgunj Marathon | Nepalgunj, Lumbini Province, NP | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon | Khumjung, Koshi Province, NP | Trail Running | 60 km42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Yeti Wildmarathon of Nepal | Manang, Gandaki Province, NP | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail du Népal | Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, NP | Trail Running | 72.2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Nepal in asia is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 7 public events and 22 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Kathmandu, Pokhara, Nepalgunj, and Khumjung. Notable events in the selection include Nepal Ultra Marathon, Nepal Bhutan Trail Adventure, and Kathmandu Marathon.
Race distances span from 3 km to 141 km, reaching up to +5,400 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Nepal 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 Nepal?
RunningCompass currently lists 7 verified events with 22 individual races in Nepal. 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 Nepal Ultra Marathon, Nepal Bhutan Trail Adventure, and Kathmandu Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Nepal?
Events in Nepal focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 3 km entry-level races up to 141 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Kathmandu, Pokhara, Nepalgunj, and Khumjung.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Nepal?
The most selective courses in Nepal climb up to +5,400 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 Nepal?
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.
