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Istanbul Half Marathon
Istanbul, Türkiye
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+1
TRRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Istanbul: Races, Trails & Competitions
6 verified events (2 confirmed dates) and 19 races in Races in Istanbul with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events62 confirmed dates
Competitions19Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 105 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,660 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Istanbul Marathon
Istanbul, Türkiye
November 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km15.5 km
Charity RunCity Run+5
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Course de cerfs
Istanbul, Türkiye
Date to be announcedDate TBA
28 km14 km8 km4 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Geyik Kosulari
Bahçeköy, Türkiye
Date to be announcedDate TBA
28 km14 km8 km4 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
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Istanbul Ultra Trail
Taşdelen, Türkiye
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km60 km30 km15 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
The Stage Türkiye
Istanbul, Türkiye
Date to be announcedDate TBA
105 km52 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2027 | Istanbul Half Marathon | Istanbul, Istanbul, TR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | Istanbul Marathon | Istanbul, Istanbul, TR | Road Running | 42.2 km15.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Course de cerfs | Istanbul, Istanbul, TR | Road Running | 28 km14 km8 km4 km |
| Date to be announced | Geyik Kosulari | Bahçeköy, Istanbul, TR | Trail Running | 28 km14 km8 km4 km |
| Date to be announced | Istanbul Ultra Trail | Taşdelen, Istanbul, TR | Trail Running | 100 km60 km30 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | The Stage Türkiye | Istanbul, Istanbul, TR | Road Cycling | 105 km52 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Istanbul (Turkey, Istanbul, Türkiye) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 6 public events and 19 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Istanbul, Bahçeköy, and Taşdelen. Notable events in the selection include Istanbul Half Marathon, Istanbul Marathon, and Course de cerfs.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 105 km, reaching up to +2,660 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Istanbul 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 Istanbul?
RunningCompass currently lists 6 verified events with 19 individual races in Races in Istanbul. 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 Istanbul Half Marathon, Istanbul Marathon, and Course de cerfs.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Istanbul?
Events in Races in Istanbul focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 105 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Istanbul, Bahçeköy, and Taşdelen.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Istanbul?
The most selective courses in Races in Istanbul climb up to +2,660 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 Istanbul?
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.