Turkistan Marathon
A 3,000-runner marathon through historic Turkistan, built around a gentle 42.195 km road course with roughly 70 meters of total elevation gain.
Quick facts
- Gently rolling course with about 70 meters of total elevation gain.
- Combined event field capped at 3,000 runners.
- Start and finish at Karavan Saray in central Turkistan.
- AIMS member marathon and part of the Turkic Alliance of Long Runs.
Is registration open for the 2026 Turkistan Marathon?
Registration for the 2026 Turkistan Marathon is open.
About the Turkistan Marathon
Turkistan Marathon is a compact city race from the team behind Almaty Marathon. Its marathon, half marathon, 10K, Nordic walking, and children's races are capped at 3,000 participants across the event.
Course
The marathon starts and finishes at Karavan Saray and covers a certified 42.195 km route through Turkistan and its outskirts. The organizer reports about 70 meters of total elevation gain, making the road course approachable for steady pacing.
Race-day weather
Late October in Turkistan is usually dry with a cool morning and a wider temperature swing after sunrise. Open roads can add wind, and clear skies make sun exposure more noticeable as the day warms.
Past Turkistan Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 25, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
Turkistan Marathon FAQ
When is the Turkistan Marathon?
The 2026 Turkistan Marathon is on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Is registration open for the 2026 Turkistan Marathon?
Registration for the 2026 Turkistan Marathon is open. View the official registration details at almaty-marathon.kz.
Is Turkistan Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Turkistan Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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