Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
Kuwait Free Trade Zone, KW
Event description
Be a part of the first annual Kuwait Marathon, Kuwait’s flagship marathon set to take place at the newly inaugurated Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway.

Kuwait Marathon aims to push all demographics in Kuwait to adopt a new fitness mindset and get active. With 4 categories to choose from, runners from all walks of life will have a chance to run and take part of a historical event.

Set to become a national pride for Kuwait’s growing athletic community, Kuwait Marathon strives in representing a smarter and healthier Kuwait.

The landmark location will surely solidify Kuwait Marathon as an event unlike any other amongst the idyllic backdrop of one of the world’s longest causeways, linking old Kuwait to new Kuwait.

Sign up for Kuwait Marathon experience and get ready to ‘Run With it’!
Location
Venue
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway
City
Kuwait Free Trade Zone
Country
Kuwait
Races
Marathon
Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
07:00
42.2 km
1/2 Marathon
Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
07:00
21.1 km
10KM
Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
07:00
10 km
5KM
Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
07:00
5 km
Registration
Registration open
Tue. 3 Sep. 2019
Late fees apply from
Tue. 15 Oct. 2019
Registration close
Sun. 15 Dec. 2019 16:59 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
Participation
Individual athletes
Refund policy
Fees are non-refundable.
Insurance
Event Protect
This event is insured through EventProtect.
A 5% insurance premium is applicable.
Practical info
Race pack collection
Al Shaheed Park, Phase 2, Multipurpose Hall 2
- Tuesday, 17th December from 2pm to 9pm
- Wednesday, 18th December from 2pm to 9pm
Transport to start
Own transport from / to the venue.
Transport from finish
Own transport from / to the venue.
Course / track / circuit
Difficulty
Easy
Support stations
Hydration (water) station approximately every 2.5KM.
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Paramedic present, Physician present.
Parking
Adjacent to race village
Toilets
At race village
Changing rooms
Showers
Other
The race offers the opportunity to participate as a contender. A contender will start in a preferred and pre-assigned wave. During the registration process, the athlete needs to demonstrate an official published qualifying time.
Timing & certification
Timing
Automated timing
MyLaps BIBTag by Sports Timing Services
Certificate
Electronic certificates
Medals
Finalists medals
Trophies
Races

Marathon

Distance
  • 42.2 km
Start date
Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
Start time
07:00
Start location
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway, Kuwait Free Trade Zone (KW)
Finish location
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway, Kuwait Free Trade Zone (KW)
Cut-off
6h 30m
Age categories
/ 18-19
/ 20-39
/ 40-49
/ 50-59
/ 60-99
Note(s)
The race offers the opportunity to participate as a contender. A contender will start in a preferred and pre-assigned wave. During the registration process, the athlete needs to demonstrate an official published qualifying time. The QT for the marathon distance is 3:40:00 (Male) and 4:45:00 (Female).

1/2 Marathon

Distance
  • 21.1 km
Start date
Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
Start time
07:00
Start location
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway, Kuwait Free Trade Zone (KW)
Finish location
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway, Kuwait Free Trade Zone (KW)
Cut-off
3h 30m
Age categories
/ 15-19
/ 20-39
/ 40-49
/ 50-59
/ 60-99
Note(s)
The race offers the opportunity to participate as a contender. A contender will start in a preferred and pre-assigned wave. During the registration process, the athlete needs to demonstrate an official published qualifying time. The QT for the 1/2 marathon distance is 1:35:00 (Male) and 1:55:00 (Female).

10KM

Distance
  • 10 km
Start date
Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
Start time
07:00
Start location
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway, Kuwait Free Trade Zone (KW)
Finish location
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway, Kuwait Free Trade Zone (KW)
Cut-off
2h 15m
Age categories
/ 15-19
/ 20-39
/ 40-49
/ 50-59
/ 60-99
Note(s)
The race offers the opportunity to participate as a contender. A contender will start in a preferred and pre-assigned wave. During the registration process, the athlete needs to demonstrate an official published qualifying time. The QT for the 10KM distance is 40:00 (Male) and 35:00 (Female).

5KM

Distance
  • 5 km
Start date
Sat. 21 Dec. 2019
Start time
07:00
Start location
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway, Kuwait Free Trade Zone (KW)
Finish location
The Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Causeway, Kuwait Free Trade Zone (KW)
Cut-off
1h
Age categories
/ 11-99
Note(s)
The race offers the opportunity to participate as a contender. A contender will start in a preferred and pre-assigned wave. During the registration process, the athlete needs to demonstrate an official published qualifying time. The QT for the 5KM distance is 21:00 (Male) and 27:00 (Female).
Map & accomodation
Organisation