Bengaluru Midnight Marathon 2026

Event Date: Saturday, 5 December 2026

Venue: KTPO, Whitefield, Bengaluru
Organizer: Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor (RBITC)
Event: Bharat Midnight Marathon @ Bengaluru
Theme: Run for a Cause. Run Through the Night.

Event Overview:

The Bengaluru Midnight Marathon 2026 marks the 19th edition of Bengaluru’s iconic night-running event. Organized by Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor (RBITC), the event combines competitive long-distance racing with a vibrant midnight carnival atmosphere.

The marathon is held under the Bengaluru night sky and supports community initiatives in areas including healthcare, education and community development. The event features AIMS-certified race routes and attracts runners from India and abroad.

Choose your challenge:

1. Fastenal BK5K Fun Run – 5K Non-Timed
• Distance: 5 KM
• Format: Non-Timed Fun Run
• Registration Fee: ₹1,200
• Reporting Time: 6:00 PM
• Start Time: 6:40 PM
• Cut-off Time: 8:15 PM

2. Fastenal BK5K Race – 5K Timed
• Distance: 5 KM
• Format: Timed Race
• Registration Fee: ₹1,550
• Reporting Time: 6:00 PM
• Start Time: 6:30 PM
• Cut-off Time: 8:15 PM

3. 10K Run
• Distance: 10 KM
• Format: Timed Race
• Registration Fee: ₹1,850
• Reporting Time: 8:00 PM
• Start Time: 8:30 PM
• Cut-off Time: 10:45 PM

4. Agriplast Half Marathon
• Distance: 21.1 KM
• Format: Timed Race
• Registration Fee: ₹1,850
• Reporting Time: 10:30 PM
• Start Time: 11:25 PM
• Cut-off Time: 3:30 AM

5. 31.6K Run
• Distance: 31.6 KM
• Format: Timed Race
• Registration Fee: ₹1,950
• Reporting Time: 10:30 PM
• Start Time: 11:10 PM
• Cut-off Time: 4:00 AM

6. Full Marathon
• Distance: 42.195 KM
• Format: Timed Race
• Registration Fee: ₹1,950
• Reporting Time: 10:30 PM
• Start Time: 11:00 PM
• Cut-off Time: 5:00 AM

Current registration fee:

• 5K Fun Run – ₹1,200
• 5K Timed Race – ₹1,550
• 10K Run – ₹1,850
• Half Marathon – ₹1,850
• 31.6K Run – ₹1,950
• Full Marathon – ₹1,950

Prize money & awards:

Full Marathon – Overall Open
• 1st Place – ₹90,000
• 2nd Place – ₹65,000
• 3rd Place – ₹40,000

31.6K Run – Overall Open
• 1st Place – ₹50,000
• 2nd Place – ₹30,000
• 3rd Place – ₹20,000

Half Marathon – Overall Open
• 1st Place – ₹50,000
• 2nd Place – ₹30,000
• 3rd Place – ₹20,000

10K Run – Overall Open
• 1st Place – ₹50,000
• 2nd Place – ₹30,000
• 3rd Place – ₹20,000

BK5K Timed Run
• 1st Place – ₹25,000
• 2nd Place – ₹15,000
• 3rd Place – ₹10,000

5K Fun Run – Non-Timed
• 1st Place – ₹10,000 gift voucher equivalent
• 2nd Place – ₹7,000 gift voucher equivalent
• 3rd Place – ₹5,000 gift voucher equivalent

Age categories:

Half Marathon:
• 18–34 years
• 35–44 years
• 45–54 years
• 55 years & above

10K Run:
• 14–34 years
• 35–44 years
• 45–54 years
• 55 years & above

For the 5K categories, the minimum age is 12 years. Full Marathon and Half Marathon participants must be 18 years or above.

What Participants receive:

Depending on the race category and applicable event benefits, participants can expect:

• Official Race BIB
• Timing chip for timed races
• Finisher medal for timed races
• Race-day T-shirt
• Race support and hydration
• Event facilities and participant support
• Hot breakfast / refreshments

Race-Day experience:

Bengaluru Midnight Marathon is designed around a unique night-running atmosphere, with races beginning in the evening and continuing into the late night and early morning.

Participants can experience:

• Night-time marathon running
• Bengaluru’s illuminated city atmosphere
• Competitive timed races
• Long-distance endurance challenges
• Music and carnival-style event atmosphere
• Support from volunteers and race officials
• Community and charity-driven participation

Cause & Purpose:

The Bengaluru Midnight Marathon is organized by Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor as a fundraising-focused event supporting community initiatives.

Over the years, the event has supported causes and projects involving areas such as healthcare, education, social welfare and community development.

BIB Collection:
Expo Venue: TERI – The Energy & Resources Institute, 4th Main Road, Domlur II Stage, Domlur, Bengaluru.

Expo Dates: 3 & 4 December 2026
Expo Timings: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Important Event information:

• No on-spot registration is available.
• Participants must register in advance.
• BIB exchange is not permitted.
• BIBs must be worn visibly on the chest.
• Full Marathon and Half Marathon require participants to be 18+.
• 10K participants must be 14+.
• 5K participants must be 12+.
• Cut-off times will be strictly followed.
• Finisher medals are provided to runners completing the timed races.