Peace Marathon starting line with crowds of runners and spectators gathered under yellow banners on a sunny street
Race Categories

Choose Your
Distance

Three ways to cross that finish line. Every distance tells a different story. All of them lead to peace.

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10 Kilometers
Mass Participation

Run for Peace

The sweet spot for recreational runners. 10 kilometers through Kigali's vibrant streets, past landmarks, and alongside thousands of fellow runners. Challenging enough to feel accomplished, accessible for all fitness levels. June 13, 2026

08:00
Start Time
Jun 13
Race Day
3 Hours
Cut-off
300m
Elevation
14+
Age Limit

What's Included

Official Finisher Medal
Event T-Shirt
No Timing Chips

No Prize Ceremonies

Run for Peace is a participation event focused on community and fitness, not competition.

Circuit Logistics

10
Medical
Stations
8
Refresh.
Stations
3
Sponging
Stations
Register for Run for Peace
Accessible Performance

Half Marathon

21 kilometers of pure Kigali. Perfect for runners looking to push their limits while soaking in the city's remarkable transformation. June 14, 2026

07:00
Start Time
Jun 14
Race Day
4 Hours
Cut-off
650m
Elevation
16+
Age Limit

Race Package Includes

Official Finisher Medal
Technical Running Shirt
Timing Chip & Bib
Finisher Certificate
Access to Recovery Zone

No Race Kit Pickup on D-Day

Race kits must be collected before race day. Kit pickup details will be communicated to registered participants.

Circuit Logistics

10
Medical
Stations
8
Refresh.
Stations
3
Sponging
Stations
Register for Half Marathon
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21 Kilometers
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42.195 Kilometers
Elite Challenge

Full Marathon

The ultimate test of endurance. 42.195 kilometers through Kigali's iconic hills, past genocide memorial sites, and along the streets where hope won over hatred. June 14, 2026

06:30
Start Time
Jun 14
Race Day
7 Hours
Cut-off
1,200m
Elevation
18+
Age Limit

Race Package Includes

Official Finisher Medal
Technical Running Shirt
Timing Chip & Bib
Finisher Certificate
Access to Recovery Zone

Elevation Profile

Start (1,500m) Highest Point (1,800m) Finish (1,500m)

No Race Kit Pickup on D-Day

Race kits must be collected before race day. Kit pickup details will be communicated to registered participants.

Circuit Logistics

10
Medical
Stations
8
Refresh.
Stations
3
Sponging
Stations
Register for Full Marathon
Course Map

Map of Half and Full Marathon

Explore the race routes through Kigali's iconic streets and landmarks

Race Schedule

Two Days of Events

DAY 1

Saturday, June 13

Run for Peace (10K)

06:00

Expo Opens

Race kit collection at venue

08:00

Run for Peace (10K) Start

Mass start for all 10K participants

DAY 2

Sunday, June 14

Full & Half Marathon

FULL PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES
HALF AND FULL MARATHON (Day 2)

Activity Distance Time
Closure of all intersections entering the race circuit (Course Set Up) 21.098 km Sat 10:30 PM
First Call – Full Marathon Athletes 42.196 km Sun 05:45 AM
Assembly – Full Marathon Athletes 42.196 km Sun 06:15 AM
START – Full Marathon Men & Women 42.196 km Sun 06:30 AM
First Call – Half Marathon Athletes 21.098 km Sun 06:00 AM
Assembly – Half Marathon Athletes 21.098 km Sun 06:50 AM
START – Half Marathon Men & Women 21.098 km Sun 07:00 AM

Ready to Cross
The Finish Line?

Every distance is a victory. Every step is a statement. Choose your race and become part of Rwanda's story.