Lagos 5K

The Lagos 5K delivers Nigerian energy with West African vibrancy in a more accessible format. Runners navigate through Africa's largest city alongside the Gulf of Guinea. December's dry season creates better racing conditions though still challenging heat as participants experience both colonial architecture and dynamic commercial districts. The flat course offers good time potential while showcasing Lagos' remarkable scale as Nigeria's commercial heart. Nigerian spectators create an atmosphere of enthusiastic support as participants flow through streets representing Africa's most populous nation. This vibrant race captures Lagos' distinctive character—commercially ambitious yet traditionally West African—offering a quintessential Nigerian running experience that showcases Lagos' unique position as Africa's entertainment capital without requiring extreme tropical endurance.