Kodaikanal Marathon - 1 Edition

The Kodaikanal marathon is a road running race on January 28, 2023 with 3 race distances offered – the 42km full marathon, the 21km half marathon and the 5km fun run.

The start and end points of all 3 races are at the grounds of the Kodaikanal International School (KIS) in the heart of town.

The race passes through some of the most natural, beautiful, and iconic parts of Kodaikanal. The chilly winter morning adds to the fun and challenge of the race!

The bib distribution and orientation will be on January 27, 2023 at the KIS grounds.

Attending the orientation is mandatory for all participants.

The race is being held on January 28, 2023.

It will start early in the morning from 04:00 AM onwards.

Official race start times are:

•42km Full Marathon: 04:00 AM

•21km Half Marathon: 06:00 AM

• 5km Fun Run: 06:30 AM

Cut-off time for the half and full marathon is 11:00 AM (7 hours for the full marathon and 4:30 for the half marathon). Cut-off time for the 5km fun run is 07:40 AM (1 hour 10 minutes). Runners will not be allowed to run after 11:00 AM and may choose to jump into a sweeper vehicle.