Riyadh Marathon

Elevation profile

Illustrative profile based on elevation data. Actual course may vary.

Course highlights

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Loop course

Course layout type

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Road terrain

Running surface

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Certified

World Athletics

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30m gain

Total elevation

About this race

The Riyadh Marathon is Saudi Arabia's flagship running event, now in its 5th edition, and holds World Athletics Elite Road Race status. The 2026 event at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University features a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K alongside the inaugural Riyadh Marathon Festival. The event advances the Kingdom's vision to inspire health, fitness, and community well-being, attracting wide global participation across all race categories.

History and records

First edition 2022

Avg. participants 20,000

Race day weather

January in Riyadh averages 8-20C (46-68F). Cool, dry desert winter. Excellent marathon weather with low humidity.

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Organizer

Sports For All Federation Official website

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