RUN FOR PAKISTAN

The 2026 event took place on 14 August across Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad and was designed as a non competitive Independence Day celebration

Marathons, Running & Cycling

Marathons, Running & Cycling

Marathons, Running & Cycling

Marathons, Running & Cycling

A NATION THAT MOVES Together

A NATION THAT MOVES Together

Run for Pakistan brings people together on Independence Day through movement, community and national pride.

Whether you are an experienced runner, a first timer or simply looking for a meaningful way to celebrate Pakistan, the event gives everyone a place on the starting line.

It is not about who finishes first.

It is about showing up for the country we call home.

Date

14 August 2026

Location

Emaar Sales Center, DHA Phase 8

The Event

At the glance

PARTICIPANT
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FLAGSHIP DISTANCE
42 KM
RACERS & VOLUNTEER
80 +
YEARS OF IMPACT
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Choose Your Distance

Find your Challenge. Be a part of something bigger

1

Half Marathon

21.1 KM

For experienced runners ready to take on the biggest challenge

2

14K RUN

14KM

For runners looking to push their distance

3

7K RUN

7KM

A balanced distance for regular runners and fitness enthusiasts.

4

1K WALK

1K WALK

A simple way for everyone to be part of the celebration.

PAKISTAN MOVES TOGETHER

WE RUN FOR PAKISTAN.

KARACHI

Emaar Sales Center, DHA Phase 8

LAHORE

Bagh e Jinnah

ISLAMABAD

Sports Complex

Growing every year

Find your Challenge. Be a part of something bigger

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From a city event to nation movement

Every year Karachi Marathon grown bigger, bring more people together and create a lasting impact on health community and sports in Pakistan.

Bigger participation.
Stronger communities.
A healthier pakistan.

LATEST HIGHLIGHT

THIS IS WHAT INDEPENDENCE LOOKS LIKE

MOMENTS FROM KARACHI MARATHON

FROM START TO FINISH

1

REGISTRATION

Choose your distance and get race ready.

2

RACE EXPO

Collect your race pack, meet fellow runners and get ready for race day.

3

RACE DAY

Take your place at the starting line and run for something greater.

4

FINISH LINE

Celebrate the achievement, the community and the city.

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