Samarkand Marathon Series 2026 to take place in Samarkand

The Samarkand Marathon 2026, one of the key sporting events of the year, is scheduled to take place in Samarkand on November 7th and 8th. The company Mobiuz has taken on the role of the general partner for this event, providing technological support.

The Samarkand Marathon has transformed from a simple competition into a significant cultural and tourist event. The historic center of Samarkand will once again become a hub of attraction for athletes, running enthusiasts, volunteers, and tourists wishing to test their abilities against the backdrop of world architectural heritage.

The partnership is based on Mobiuz's principles, expressed in the motto 'Connection with Innovation.' The Mobiuz technical team guarantees stable mobile communication and high-speed internet, allowing participants to share their experiences in real time, conduct live broadcasts from the course, and stay connected with their loved ones.

Organizers have paid special attention to creating an interactive program for residents and guests. During the marathon days, special operator venues will be set up in the area where visitors can not only recover after the run but also participate in various interesting activities.

The EXPO exhibition zone will operate on November 6th and 7th from ten in the morning to eight in the evening, offering guests the opportunity to learn about Mobiuz's latest digital developments and projects. Furthermore, on November 7th and 8th, an extensive Mobiuz brand zone will open in the start-finish city, as well as support zones for runners directly on the marathon route.

Mobiuz venues await guests with pleasant bonuses, interactive zones, and an atmosphere of high enthusiasm. Organizers call on everyone to join in to support the runners, enjoy the autumn atmosphere of Samarkand, and share the joyful moments of this sporting celebration.

The press service of the Fund for the Development of Culture and Arts of Uzbekistan announced that the Samarkand Marathon Series 2026 will take place in Samarkand on November 7 and 8.

The series will open with the Samarkand Marathon Expo, and the following day will feature races of 2 km and 5 km, as well as special events, including a 2 km race with Nordic walking, an inclusive run, and a Kids Run for children.

Participants in the main marathon will be able to run a distance of 42.2 km, as well as take part in a half marathon of 21.1 km and a 10 km race. The start of all races is scheduled for Registan Square, where participants will pass through the iconic places of the historic city.

The organizers of the Samarkand Marathon series will launch an environmental initiative called 'Avvalgidan tozaroq' ('Cleaner than before'). This program involves reducing plastic use, transitioning to reusable materials, implementing a separate waste collection and recycling system, and increasing environmental literacy through an eco-point system.

One element of this environmental campaign will be plogging, which will be held for the third time, allowing runners to collect trash simultaneously. Additionally, during the days of the sporting event, the Samarkand Marathon lecture hall, morning running excursions around Samarkand, and an evening concert are planned.

As is traditional, the marathon will have a charitable nature, and all collected funds will be directed towards building children's sports playgrounds in the regions where the series starts.

Mirkhan Sagitov, Head of the Marathon Implementation Department and Curator of the Samarkand Marathon series, reported that interest in the event from abroad has significantly increased. Over fifteen hundred people from 63 different countries have registered.

According to him, this indicates that the marathon is becoming increasingly known outside Uzbekistan and attracts runners who wish not only to participate in the competition but also to familiarize themselves with the rich cultural heritage of Samarkand. The organizers aim to develop the Samarkand Marathon as a major international sporting event, striving to make Samarkand the main marathon center of Central Asia.

The Samarkand Marathon series also includes events such as Bukhara Night Race, Sky Camp Bo’stonliq, Zaamin Ultra, and Aral Ultra.

In Bukhara, as part of the celebration of the 37th anniversary of the recognition of the Uzbek language as the state language, the 'Mass Dictation' marathon was organized under the slogan 'In every word — the spirit of the nation, in every inscription — pride for the language!'