Sharqiyah International Race - Half Marathon
Sharqiyah International Race - Half Marathon is listed for December 12, 2026 in Saudi Arabia. Distances: Half Marathon.
Race day
12
Dec 2026
Sharqiyah International Race - Half Marathon is listed for December 12, 2026 in Saudi Arabia. Distances: Half Marathon.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Saturday 12 December 2026World Athletics · 24 Jul 2026 | World Athletics | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Start time | Not confirmedCheck the official source | Check the official source | - |
| Distances | Half MarathonWorld Athletics · 24 Jul 2026 | World Athletics | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Location | Saudi ArabiaWorld Athletics · 24 Jul 2026 | World Athletics | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Start area | Al Khobar (KSA)Confirm the exact start with the organizerWorld Athletics · 24 Jul 2026 | World Athletics | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Entry price | Not confirmedCheck the official source | Check the official source | - |
| Course | RoadWorld Athletics · 24 Jul 2026 | World Athletics | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Official website | worldathletics.orgOrganizer · 24 Jul 2026 | Organizer | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 24 Jul 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 24 Jul 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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Held each December on the Eastern Province's cool Gulf coast, the Sharqiyah International Race runs along the Khobar Corniche in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. One of the kingdom's longest-standing road races, it reached its 27th edition in 2025 and holds a World Athletics Gold Label. The fast seafront course draws about 10,000 runners, including some 100 international elites, over a 21.1km half marathon plus 5km and one-mile races. The 2026 edition is Saturday 12 December.
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Best For
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Sharqiyah International Race - Half Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Half Marathon options around Saudi Arabia and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
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Decision Signal
Good choice only after source confirmation
Sharqiyah International Race - Half Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Saudi Arabia, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface.
- Date And Schedule
Sharqiyah International Race - Half Marathon is currently listed for December 12, 2026, which makes the December planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Saudi Arabia, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
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- Entry Readiness
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