Race day
22
Mar 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Kilimanjaro Marathon took place on March 22, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
See the 2027 Kilimanjaro MarathonThe People's Race -- Mbio Ya Watu.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 22 March 2026Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start time | 06:30 local (Africa/Dar es Salaam)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 5KCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Location | Moshi, TanzaniaCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start area | MoCU Stadium Grounds, Moshi, Kilimanjaro, TanzaniaConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $55–$80Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · AIMS certifiedCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 150 mCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 6,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Kilimanjaro MarathonCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Official website | kilimanjaromarathon.comOrganizer · 21 May 2026 | Organizer | 21 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 21 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 21 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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A marathon at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro and official Comrades Marathon qualifier.
Is this race a fit?
These notes are generated from listed Sunday Marathon race facts. They are meant for shortlisting and planning, not as a replacement for official organizer instructions.
Best For
Runners comparing road race options
Kilimanjaro Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K options around Moshi, Tanzania and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
Confirm entry details before paying
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Kilimanjaro Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Moshi, Tanzania, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, 150 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Kilimanjaro Marathon is currently listed for March 22, 2026, which makes the March planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Moshi, Tanzania, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, 150 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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