· Registan Square, Samarkand
Samarkand Marathon 2026: Distances, Entry Fees, and Start Times
Road race from Registan Square, November 7-8, 2026: entry fees by distance, start times and cut-offs, race kit dates, and how to plan the weekend.
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What we checked: Distances, start times, course closing times, entry fees, race kit and expo dates, and the starter pack on the organiser's registration page.
- Dates
- 7–8 November 2026
- Venue
- Registan Square, Samarkand
- Price
- 150,000-350,000 UZS depending on distance
- Type
- festival
Samarkand Marathon runs on November 7-8, 2026, with the start and finish at Registan Square. This is the eighth edition. The long distances — marathon, half marathon and 10 km — go on Sunday, November 8; Saturday is for the 2 km, 5 km, Nordic walking and kids’ races. The course passes the mosques, madrasahs and mahalla streets of the old city.
Quick facts
- November 7: 2 km, 5 km, 2 km Nordic walking, kids’ races from 60 m to 1 km
- November 8: 42.2 km, 21.1 km and 10 km
- Race kit and expo: November 6 and 7, 10:00-20:00, at Olimpiya Stadium, Samarkand
- Starter pack: backpack, T-shirt and bib
- The inclusive 5 km and 60 m categories for people with disabilities are free
Distances, starts and current prices (checked October 26, 2026)
| Distance | Day | Start | Course closes | Entry fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.2 km | November 8 | 08:00 | 14:00 | 350,000 UZS |
| 21.1 km | November 8 | 08:10 | 11:10 | 300,000 UZS |
| 10 km | November 8 | 08:45 | 10:25 | 300,000 UZS |
| 5 km | November 7 | 16:25 | 17:15 | 250,000 UZS |
| 2 km | November 7 | 15:30 | 15:50 | 200,000 UZS |
That gives 6 hours for the marathon, 3 for the half and 1 hour 40 minutes for the 10 km. The 2 km Nordic walk and the kids’ races cost 150,000 UZS.
Race weekend schedule
- November 6 and 7, 09:00: a guided running tour leaves from Registan Square
- November 7, 13:00: the start-finish area opens, with changing rooms and bag storage
- November 7, 20:00-22:00: concert at the close of the first day
- November 8, 07:00: the start-finish area opens; the marathon starts at 08:00
Getting there and where to stay
Collect your race kit at Olimpiya Stadium on November 6 or 7 before your start. For a Saturday race, allow time to reach Registan after collection; Sunday runners must collect by 20:00 on Saturday. From Tashkent, the Afrosiyob high-speed train is the usual way in; Samarkand also has its own airport (flights to Samarkand).
For the marathon, arrive on November 6 or 7 and collect your kit before Sunday. Staying through the night of November 8 gives you time to rest after the race. Registan is in the centre, so from an old-city hotel you can walk to the start.
FAQ
When are race kits handed out?
On November 6 and 7, 10:00-20:00, at Olimpiya Stadium in Samarkand. No collection is scheduled on Sunday, November 8. Saturday runners must collect before their own start.
What is the time limit for the marathon?
Six hours: the start is at 08:00 and the course closes at 14:00. The half marathon closes after 3 hours, the 10 km after 1 hour 40 minutes.
Can children take part?
Yes, on Saturday: kids’ races over 60 m, 300 m, 600 m and 1 km run between 13:45 and 15:15.
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