Istanbul Marathon 2026 registration details announced

Preparations are underway for the 48th Istanbul Marathon, scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The event, which features the world's only intercontinental marathon route connecting Asia and Europe, includes various categories such as 42K, 15.5K, and Corporate Running.

Registration for the free Public Run (Halk Koşusu) is set to open on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM via the official Spor Istanbul website. This specific category is limited to a capacity of 5,000 participants. To participate in the Public Run, individuals must be at least 14 years old by the date of the event.

The Public Run route covers approximately 6.5 kilometers, starting from the Altunizade Bridge and ending in Dolmabahçe. Participants must collect their bib numbers from designated sports complexes on either the Asian or European sides of the city to be eligible to run.