Qatar's biggest running event, a January 42.2 km along Doha's corniche from Hotel Park.
Race Details
Race Distance
Marathon
42.2km
26.22ml
Race Official Name
Doha Marathon by Ooredoo
Race Month
January
Race Date
Website
About the Doha Marathon by Ooredoo
The Doha Marathon by Ooredoo is Qatar's biggest running event, held each January in the capital. The 15th edition on 15 January 2027 is expected to be the largest yet, with more than 25,000 participants across all distances. The 42.2 km race starts and finishes at Hotel Park and follows Doha's corniche, giving runners a scenic route along the waterfront. With cool winter temperatures, an AIMS-certified course and a relay option, it is one of the main marathons in the Gulf region.
Race Location
Doha,
Qatar,
Asia
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