Do you love running? Well, welcome to our page of running events in Turkey.
Whether you live here, are travelling around Turkey, or you want to time a holiday so that you can also take part in a running event, we thought we’d bring some of the regular events together all in one place.
Running is a fast-growing pastime in Turkey and we love being part of the running fraternity.
Some of these running events, we attend regularly.
We’ve only taken part in road races so far but we’re also pondering dipping our toes into the world of trail running.
So we’ve included some of the main trail running events and ultra marathons in Turkey, too.
Unlike in some countries, whilst registrations for running events in Turkey do fill up, there are no events that require ballot entry.
You should be able to register up to a few days before for most events.
And some also have late registration on the day if the quota isn’t full or there are cancellations.
About Our Running Events In Turkey Page
Some of the running events in Turkey are larger and well established.
Not surprisingly, the Istanbul Marathon is the largest road race. The marathon is an IAAF Gold Label event.
Others are recent additions to the Turkish road races calendar and are smaller and more low key.
We love the smaller running events just as much as the larger get togethers.
For trail running and ultra marathons in Turkey, a lot of the more established events are part of the ITRA (the International Trail Running Association).
This country is packed with national parks featuring rivers, canyons, rolling hills and colossal mountain ranges making trail running in Turkey a real draw (for those that are that way inclined).
It’s All Turkish To Me – Some Key Words & Phrases
If you register for a race with Hurra, there are English language options when you get to the payment and registration pages. So don’t be put off.
But here are a few key words and phrases to look out for on websites if there is no English language option:
- Kayıtlar başladı / açılmış – Registration is open
- Kayıt ol – Register
- Koşu – Run
- Maraton / Yarı Maraton – Marathon / Half marathon
- Parkur – Race routes / distances
- Yarış – Race
- Yarış bilgileri / Bilgiler – Race information
Disclaimer
- We have put this page of ultras, trail runs, road races and marathons in Turkey as a general guide. If you want to take part in any of the running events, it is obviously your own responsibility to keep yourself up to date with race information, registration and rules.
- This is purely a page for your information. We are not working with any of the event organisers. So we will not receive any commission if you choose to register for a race via one of the links below. We simply enjoy running.
- We have linked to race websites (English language sections) or Facebook / Instagram accounts where possible.
- We will keep this page as up to date as possible. For some 2026 running events, dates are yet to be confirmed. These are marked with ‘tbc.’ We will add the dates as soon as we know them.
- Just a tip: Many running events in Turkey don’t necessarily take place on the same date, week – or even month – every year. If you are thinking of travelling to Turkey specifically to take part in a race, don’t book anything until the dates are confirmed.
January Running Events
January – Road Races
| Adana Kurtuluş Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 11th January 2026 |
| Where: | Adana |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, People’s Fun Run |
| Further Info: | Official race website (Turkish) |
February Running Events
February – Road Races
| Trabzon Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 15th February 2026 |
| Where: | Trabzon (Eastern Black Sea) |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, 4k Fun Run, 1k Children’s Run |
| Further Info: | Instagram Page |
February – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
We love Bodrum! We’ve never explored the hills around there and this event would give the perfect opportunity.
| Nif Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 14th February 2026 |
| Where: | Buca, Izmir |
| Distances: | 60k, 40k, 20k, 10k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
| Bodrun Ultra Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | 14th-15th February 2026 |
| Where: | Bodrum |
| Distances: | 60k, 34k, 22k,10k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Instagram Page |
| Heliz Kaş Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 27th February-1st March 2026 |
| Where: | Kaş, Antalya Province |
| Distances: | 45k, 30k, 15k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Instagram Page |
The Kaş Ultra Trail is a new event for 2026 and there are lots of things to see and do in Kaş and nearby.
The 5k route heads out towards the ancient Antiphellos Theatre whilst the 15k route heads over towards Limanağzı.
Meanwhile, it looks like the longest route – the 45k – takes in views around Kekova area. Your route begins in the pretty Lycian-tomb-filled village of Üçağız, passing above stunning Simena Kaleköy before heading over the hills and following the Mediterranean coast back towards Kaş centre.
March Running Events
NB: For 2026, most of the usual March running events have been moved back to the month of April. This is because the holy month of Ramadan will be in March, this year.
Runtalya running events usually take place over the first Saturday and Sunday of March but this will be the first weekend in April for 2026.
The marathon, half marathon, 10k and 5k take place on the Sunday.
There’s lots to see and do in Antalya including exploring the old city of Kaleiçi, wandering Karaalioğlu Park and exploring the area around Konyaaltı Beach.
The 10k route goes through these areas.
March – Road Races
| Runtalya | |
|---|---|
| When: | 5th April 2026 |
| Where: | Antalya |
| Distances: | Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Fun Run |
| Further Info: | Facebook Page |
| Alanya Atatürk Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Alanya |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 5k Fun Run, 2k Fun Run |
| Further Info: | Facebook Page |
March – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
| Alanya Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 27th-28th March 2026 |
| Where: | Alanya |
| Distances: | 68k, 42k, 27k, 18k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
| Ephesus Ultra Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | 27th-29th March 2026 |
| Where: | Selçuk & Şirince |
| Distances: | 120k, 61k, 42k, 27k, 12k, 6k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
Your perfect opportunity to explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus as well as the pretty town of Selçuk and village of Şirince.
April Running Events
April – Road Races
| Istanbul Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 19th April 2026 |
| Where: | Istanbul |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k |
| Further Info: | The Istanbul Half Marathon is an IAAF Gold Label Event. Official race website (English) |
| Maraton Izmir | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Izmir |
| Distances: | Marathon, 10k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
April – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
As you might expect, the Babadağ Ultra takes in the scenery of Babadağ – the area’s highest mountain – and most distances begin along the beach at Ölüdeniz.
One of the routes – the 14k – also gives you the opportunity to run through Kayaköy ghost village.
| Iznik Ultra | |
|---|---|
| When: | 10th-12th April 2026 |
| Where: | Iznik |
| Distances: | 160k, 90k, 75k, 50, 25k, 14k, 5k City Run |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Marmaris Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 17th-19th April 2026 |
| Where: | Marmaris |
| Distances: | 100k, 70k, 48k, 30k, 16k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
| Mezopotamya Trail Run | |
|---|---|
| When: | 18th April 2026 |
| Where: | Mardin |
| Distances: | 90k, 40k, 15k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Instagram Page |
| Eğirdir Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 24th-25th April 2026 |
| Where: | Eğiridir |
| Distances: | 60k, 40k, 25k, 12k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (Turkish) |
| Babadağ Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 25th-26th April 2026 |
| Where: | Fethiye |
| Distances: | 56k, 30k, 26k, 15k, 14k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
More famous as a summer nightlife town, Marmaris has some stunning scenery and is perfect for trail running.
Stick around a bit longer so you can explore pretty Selimiye and the rest of the Bozburun Peninsula or head to the Datça Peninsula to explore Datça town and the Knidos ancient ruins.
May Running Events
May – Road Races
The Çeşme Half Marathon perfect opportunity to explore beautiful Çeşme and the peninsula. Don’t miss out on pretty Alaçatı whilst you’re in the area.
| Çeşme Half Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | 9th-10th May 2026 |
| Where: | Çeşme |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Sunset Run |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Giresun Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 17th May 2026 |
| Where: | Giresun (Black Sea Region) |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (Turkish) |
| Cadde 10k-21k | |
|---|---|
| When: | 23rd – 24th May 2026 |
| Where: | Kadıköy, Istanbul |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, Children’s Run |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
| Manisa Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Manisa |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, Children’s Run |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
May – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
If stupendous mountain scenery floats your boat whilst you’re taking part in Ultra events, you can also combine this scenery with Sagalassos ancient ruins at the Sagalassos Sky Ultra.
| Sagalassos Sky Ultra | |
|---|---|
| When: | 1st-3rd May 2026 |
| Where: | Ağlasun |
| Distances: | 42k, 27k, 17k, 5k, 2k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
| Izmir Ultra | |
|---|---|
| When: | 3rd May 2026 |
| Where: | Izmir |
| Distances: | Race against time (6, 4, 2 or 1 hour) |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Tahtalı Run To Sky | |
|---|---|
| When: | 8th -10th May 2026 |
| Where: | Kemer, Antalya Province |
| Distances: | 43k, 27k, 12k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Run Caretta Run | |
|---|---|
| When: | 23rd – 24th May 2026 |
| Where: | Dalyan (Muğla) |
| Distances: | 50k, 30k, 21k, 10k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Instagram Page |
A new event for 2026, the Run Caretta Run event will take place on the roads (5k and 10k) and trails around the beautiful Dalyan area.
Take in the ancient ruins of Kaunos whilst you’re there!
June Running Events
June – Road Races
June – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
| Gökçeada Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 6th June 2026 |
| Where: | Gökçeada, Çanakkale |
| Distances: | 44k, 33k, 11k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (Turkish) |
July Running Events
July – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
| Uludağ Premium Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 17th-19th July 2026 |
| Where: | Bursa |
| Distances: | 100k, 66k, 42k, 30k, 16k, 6k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Sky Erciyes Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Kayseri – Erciyes Ski Centre |
| Distances: | VK (vertical kilometre race to 3350m elevation), 64, 45k, 25k, 12k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
Lots to see and do, whichever of these ultras you choose.
Kayseri is close to Cappadocia whilst Bursa is packed with famous sights and is the birthplace of the Ottomans and the tasty Iskender Kebab.
August Running Events
August – Road Races
| Eskişehir Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Eskişehir |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, Paralympic, Children’s Run |
| Further Info: | Facebook Page |
As well as taking part in the running events, there’s lots to keep you occupied in Eskişehir.
Explore Odunpazarı, the old city; indulge in famous çiğbörek; enjoy the student vibe in the bars and eateries; stroll along the Porsuk River; the list goes on.
August – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
| Runfire Salt Lake Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 21st-23rd August 2026 |
| Where: | Tuz Gölü, Konya Province |
| Distances: | 100 miles, 80k, 40k, 20k, 15k Day-Night Run,10k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
September Running Events
September – Road Races
| Ayvalık Half Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | 11th-13th September 2026 |
| Where: | Ayvalık |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Instagram Page |
| Büyükada Koşusu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 27th September 2026 |
| Where: | Istanbul (Büyükada, Princes Islands) |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
| Gökova Half Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | 27th September 2026 |
| Where: | Akyaka |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Kayseri Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Kayseri |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
September – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
| Kaçkar Ultra Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | 11th-13th September 2026 |
| Where: | Kaçkar Mountains (Eastern Black Sea) |
| Distances: | 100k, 50k, 20k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Lycian Way Ultra Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Lycian coast of the Antalya Province |
| Distances: | 100k, 57k, 37k, 20k |
| Further Info: | Lycian Way Ultra Marathon on Instagram |
October Running Events
October – Road Races
As the heat of the Turkish summer slowly wanes, the running events calendar becomes more crowded.
Early and late season are perfect times to visit Bodrum if you like life to be a little slower and quieter – after the running event, that is.
| Bodrum Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 4th October 2026 |
| Where: | Bodrum |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Facebook Page |
| St. Nicholas Half Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | 11th October 2026 |
| Where: | Demre |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 12k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Runkara | |
|---|---|
| When: | 11th October 2026 |
| Where: | Ankara |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10.4k, 4.2k, Family Run |
| Further Info: | Instagram Page |
| Kaş Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 24th October 2026 |
| Where: | Kaş |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 12k, 6k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
| Gelibolu Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Gallipoli |
| Distances: | Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, Family Run |
| Further Info: | Facebook Page |
| Yaşam İçin Yarış (Race For Life) | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Fethiye |
| Distances: | 5k |
| Further Info: | Facebook Group |
| Lykos Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 25th October 2026 |
| Where: | Pamukkale |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, Fun Run |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
Yaşam İçin Yarış is a charity fun run that raises money for cancer care in the Fethiye area.
Run or walk 5k along Fethiye harbour and check out which restaurants you might want to eat at later, en route.
The turning point is at Denizatı Restaurant.
Meanwhile, the Lykos Yarı Maratonu gives you the opportunity to run amongst the ruins of ancient Hierapolis and the roads around the famous Pamukkale travertines.
October – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
| Eker I Run | |
|---|---|
| When: | 4th October 2026 |
| Where: | Uludağ, Bursa |
| Distances: | 2k Kids’ Race, 5k, 15k, 42k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Cappadocia Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 16th-18th October 2026 |
| Where: | Ürgüp, Cappadocia |
| Distances: | 119k, 63k, 38k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
| Fethiye Ultra Trail | |
|---|---|
| When: | 31st October 2026 |
| Where: | Fethiye |
| Distances: | 6H, 25k, 10k |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
The Fethiye Ultra obviously takes place in our hometown.
In 2025, the race started in Şehit Fethi Bey Parkı. A great attraction in the town.
The 10k route headed along the harbour and Karagözler, whilst the 25k took runners around the Fethiye peninsula.
Brave 50k runners headed up the forest track towards Kayaköy before turning off towards Ovacık and returning to base. 2026 sees a new 6H race. Details to be announced.
And of course, there are lots of things to see and do in Fethiye!
November Running Events
November – Road Races
| Istanbul Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | 1st November 2026 |
| Where: | Istanbul |
| Distances: | Marathon, 15k, 8k People’s Fun Run |
| Further Info: | Facebook Page |
When it comes to marathons in Turkey, the Istanbul Marathon is the country’s flagship event.
Whichever distance you choose, you will start the race in Asia and finish in Europe – the only marathon event that takes place over two continents.
You can see photos of the 10k route of the Istanbul Marathon event.
There is no longer a 10k option but the first 10 kilometres of the 15k and the marathon follow the same route.
Obviously, there is much to see and do in Istanbul.
This is the city of the magnificent Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace…we won’t go on.
Everyone should visit Istanbul as far as we’re concerned.
December Running Events
December – Road Races
| Gazi Yarı Maratonu | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Gaziantep |
| Distances: | Half Marathon, 10k |
| Further Info: | Instagram Page |
December – Ultra Marathons & Trail Runs
Fancy a ‘Twixmas’ trot? You might even get warm sunny weather in Antalya, if you’re lucky.
And if you’re not feeling too energetic, the 5k route is gentle leg stretch along the beach.
| Antalya Ultra | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Antalya |
| Distances: | 85k, 57k, 31k, 22k,12k, 5k |
| Further Info: | Official race website |
| Ida Ultra Marathon | |
|---|---|
| When: | tbc |
| Where: | Ida Mountains National Park |
| Distances: | Ida Ultra 110k, 85k, 66k, 36k, 15k Village Run |
| Further Info: | Official race website (English) |
Further Running Events In Turkey
This list is not intended as a list of every running event in Turkey.
There are regular, smaller events that take place around Istanbul, for example.
Follow the Spor Istanbul Facebook page for some event notifications.
Because road races and trail running is a growing sport in Turkey, some towns and cities will host a running event just to test the water.
These can be a one off and then they disappear from the running calendar.
When you register for some running events, you will receive future emails about other upcoming races in Turkey that are also run by the same events company.
This makes life easier if you want to take part in future events.