Jalakandapuram Marathon Festival

Get ready for the 4th Edition of the Jalakandapuram Marathon 2026, a community-focused running event that brings together runners of all ages to celebrate health, fitness, friendship, and the spirit of running.

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, 13th December 2026
• Time: 5:15 AM
• Venue: Sri Ramalingam Krishnaveni Ammal Thirumana Mandabam

Categories & Cash Prizes:

• 2 KM (5 to 8 Years - Boys & Girls): Registration Fee ₹200. 1st Prize ₹2,000, 2nd Prize ₹1,500, 3rd Prize ₹1,000. Trophy for 1st to 10th Place.
• 5 KM (9 to 12 Years - Boys & Girls): Registration Fee ₹300. 1st Prize ₹3,000, 2nd Prize ₹2,000, 3rd Prize ₹1,000. Trophy for 1st to 10th Place.
• 5 KM (13 to 16 Years - Boys & Girls): Registration Fee ₹300. 1st Prize ₹3,000, 2nd Prize ₹2,000, 3rd Prize ₹1,000. Trophy for 1st to 10th Place.
• 12 KM (17 to 35 Years - Men): Registration Fee ₹350. 1st Prize ₹7,000, 2nd Prize ₹5,000, 3rd Prize ₹3,000. Trophy for 1st to 10th Place.
• 12 KM (17 to 35 Years - Women): Registration Fee ₹350. 1st Prize ₹5,000, 2nd Prize ₹3,000, 3rd Prize ₹1,000. Trophy for 1st to 10th Place. 10 women participants will receive a silk saree worth ₹2,000 as a special gift.
• 5 KM (36+ Years - Men & Women): Registration Fee ₹300. 1st Prize ₹3,000, 2nd Prize ₹2,000, 3rd Prize ₹1,000. Trophy for 1st to 10th Place.
• Salem Senior Citizen Category (55+ Years - 5 KM): Exclusively for Salem Senior Citizens aged 55 years and above. Registration Fee ₹250. Trophy for the First 15 Places.

Why Participate?

The Jalakandapuram Marathon is an opportunity to challenge yourself, promote health and fitness, encourage children and young people to take part in sports, bring families and communities together, stay active, celebrate friendship and teamwork, and inspire others to adopt a healthier lifestyle.