About the race
The Dehradun Half Marathon 2026 (13th Edition), organized by Thrill Zone, will take place on 25th October 2026 at Maharana Pratap Sports College in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Event Categories:
- 21.097 KM (Timed Run)
- 10 KM (Timed Run)
- 5 KM (Timed Run)
- 5 KM (Fun Run)
- 2 KM (Fun Run)
Participant Inclusions: Every registered participant receives a T-shirt, finisher medal, certificate, refreshments, hydration support, energy drink, and an official BIB.
Awards & Recognition: There are no cash prizes for any distance. Trophies will be presented to all age category winners, as well as the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers in the 5 KM Timed Run.
On-Route & Venue Support:
- Baggage counter at the venue.
- Hydration stations positioned every 1 to 2 km.
- Ambulance and emergency medical services along the route.
- Physio and medical support at the venue and on-route.
- Timing mats at Start/Finish, 5 KM, and 10.5 KM checkpoints for 21.097 KM and 10 KM timed runners.
- Route marshals, volunteers, and clear directional signage.
- Pre-event Zumba session and post-run cooldown.
For any queries, contact [email protected] or WhatsApp +91-8630446801.
Age Groups
Under 18 Years18 to 30 Years19 to 40 Years31 to 40 Years41 to 50 Years51 to 60 Years61+ 70 Years71+ Years
Top Places to Visit Around Dehradun
Attractions to explore in and around Dehradun before or after the event:
- Robber’s Cave (Gucchupani): River flowing through a narrow natural canyon.
- Forest Research Institute (FRI): Colonial-era architecture with grand lawns.
- Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple: Cave temple near a natural spring.
- Sahastradhara: Sulfur-water spring with rock formations.
- Mindrolling Monastery: Large Buddhist center with gardens and a tall stupa.
- Malsi Deer Park / Dehradun Zoo: Wildlife park with peacocks, deer, and trails.
- Mussoorie: Scenic hill station located 30 km from Dehradun.
- George Everest House: Historic estate offering panoramic valley views.
- Rajpur Road Cafés & Market: Local food, bakeries, and shopping hub.
- Lachhiwala Nature Park: Forest retreat featuring freshwater pools.
Important Rules & Regulations
Key race policies for all participants:
- Registration is non-transferable.
- Participants must carry a valid ID proof for BIB pickup. Representatives collecting on behalf of participants must present valid ID proof and a consent letter.
- BIBs must be pinned on the chest above the waist and be clearly visible at all times.
- Bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates/blades, animals, and personal music players are strictly prohibited on the race course.
What your entry includes
Cancellation policy
Applies if you cancel your own registration. If the organizer cancels the event, every paid athlete is refunded in full automatically. Cancellations and refunds are the organiser's responsibility and are processed by them. Endurace helps where it can, but cannot guarantee a refund.
The course
10 km21.097K2K5 km
Timing checkpoints located at Start/Finish, 5 KM, and 10.5 KM (for 21.097 KM and 10 KM runs). Hydration points every 1–2 km with clearly marked route signage, arrows, and route marshals.
21.097 KM
Timed half marathon from Maharana Pratap Sports College; 3:30 hr cut-off, trophies for age-category winners.
10 KM
Timed 10 km run; 2 hr cut-off.
5 KM
5 km timed run (1 hr cut-off) or untimed fun run.
2 KM
2 km fun run for all.
Good to know
Are there cash prizes for winners?
No, there are no cash prizes for any distance. Trophies are awarded to winners in all age categories.
Is on-the-spot registration available?
There will be no on-the-spot registration.
Can I transfer my registration or exchange my BIB?
Registration is non-transferable. Participants are strictly prohibited from exchanging BIBs or timing chips, and any runner doing so will be disqualified.