Muscat Marathon
Run Oman's Spectacular Capital Between Mountains and the Arabian Sea.
Race day
30
Jan 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Muscat Marathon took place on January 30, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
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Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Friday 30 January 2026Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start time | 06:00 local (Asia/Muscat)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 10KCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Location | Muscat, OmanCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start area | Oman Convention Centre, Madinat Al Irfan, Muscat, OmanConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Entry price | OMR 8–OMR 18Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 45 mCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 9,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Muscat MarathonCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Official website | muscatmarathon.omOrganizer · 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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Run Oman's stunning capital between dramatic Al Hajar mountain peaks and the Arabian Sea — the Gulf's hidden gem.
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Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Muscat Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Muscat, Oman, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, 45 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Muscat Marathon is currently listed for January 30, 2026, which makes the January planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Muscat, Oman, 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, 45 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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