Colombo Marathon to be held on September 13th near Galle Face with the participation of over 5,000 athletes

More than 130 competitors from 25 foreign countries register

The Colombo Marathon 2026, an international marathon organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Department of Sports Development in conjunction with the 50th National Games, will be held on September 13th, 2026 at the Galle Face Green in Colombo.

More than 1,200 athletes have already registered for the main events. This includes 405 in the Full Marathon (42KM), 398 in the Half Marathon (21KM) and 389 in the 10KM. In addition to the Sri Lankan athletes, more than 130 foreign runners representing 25 foreign countries including Kenya and Ethiopia are participating in this year’s competition. In addition, more than 4,000 competitors are scheduled to participate in the 5KM Fun Run, bringing the total number of competitors to over 5,000.

Route Plan
Full Marathon (42KM): Starting from Galle Face, going through Kollupitiya Junction, Marine Drive to Dehiwala Junction, turning around, Kollupitiya Junction, Pittala Junction, Perahera Mawatha, over the flyover, Baladaksha Mawatha to Galle Face, consisting of 2 laps.

Half Marathon (21KM): Following the same 42KM route, the race will be completed in 1 lap.

10 Kilometers (10KM) Starting from Galle Face, going through Kollupitiya Junction, Marine Drive to Bambalapitiya, returning to Kollupitiya Junction, Pittala Junction, Perahera Mawatha, over the flyover, Baladaksha Mawatha to Galle Face.

5KM Fun Run
Starting from Galle Face, turning from Kollupitiya Junction near Liberty Cinema, Temple Trees Middle Road, Perahera Mawatha, over the flyover, Baladaksha Mawatha and ending at Galle Face.

Official Race Numbers (BIB Numbers) and T-Shirt Distribution Schedule

1. Main Events (42KM, 21KM and 10KM)

Date: 12th September 2026

Time: 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM

Venue: Racecourse Grounds, Colombo 07

2. 5KM Fun Run

Date: 13th September 2026 (Day of the Race)

Registration and BIB Distribution: 04:00 AM to 05:00 PM 05:30

Venue: Galle Face Stadium (Baladaksha Mawatha Entrance), Colombo

Required Documents:
To obtain BIB number and kit, all competitors are required to present a National Identity Card (NIC), Passport or Driving License along with a Medical Fitness Certificate obtained within 4 weeks prior to the competition.