Nakshikantha Marathon 2026

NAKSHIKANTHA MARATHON 2026
Where Culture Meets Fitness.
Join Bangladesh's first Nakshikantha-themed running event, celebrating heritage, community, and an active lifestyle. Inspired by the timeless art of Nakshikantha, this event aims to promote Bangladeshi culture while encouraging more people—especially beginners—to embrace running.
📅 Date: August 28, 2026 (Friday)
📍 Venue: Hatirjheel, Dhaka
⏰ Event Schedule
• Reporting Time: 04:50 AM
• 15 KM Start: 05:20 AM
• 7.5 KM Start: 05:30 AM
🏃 Race Categories | Registration Fees | Slots
• 2 KM – BDT 1,199 | 100 Slots
• 7.5 KM – BDT 1,499 | 1,000 Slots
• 15 KM – BDT 1,599 | 500 Slots
🎯 Early Bird Offer
Enjoy BDT 200 OFF on registration fees.
Limited slots only. First come, first served.
⏱️ Cut-Off Time
• 7.5 KM – 1 Hour 30 Minutes
• 15 KM – 2 Hours 30 Minutes
🏆 Prize Money
Male & Female Category
7.5 KM
🥇 Champion – BDT 10,000
🥈 1st Runner-up – BDT 6,000
🥉 2nd Runner-up – BDT 4,000
15 KM
🥇 Champion – BDT 12,000
🥈 1st Runner-up – BDT 8,000
🥉 2nd Runner-up – BDT 5,000
Veteran Category (7.5 KM & 15 KM)
🥇 Champion – BDT 3,000
🥈 1st Runner-up – BDT 2,000
🥉 2nd Runner-up – BDT 1,500
🎓 Student Category (Male & Female | 7.5 KM Only)
🥇 Champion: BDT 8,000
🥈 1st Runner-up: BDT 6,000
🥉 2nd Runner-up: BDT 4,000
🏅 4th Place: BDT 3,000
🏅 5th Place: BDT 2,000
🎖️ 6th to 10th Place: Special Crest
🎁 Runner's Entitlements
• Exclusive China Custom-Made Nakshikatha Finisher Medal
• Premium Event T-Shirt
• Chip Timing
• Personalized E-Certificate
• Hydration Support
• Medical Support
• Ambulance Support
• Physiotherapy Support
• Secure Bag Drop Facility
• Professional Photo & Video Coverage
• Post-Run Refreshments
🎯 Our Purpose
• Celebrate and promote Bangladeshi heritage through Nakshikatha
• Encourage beginner runners to start their running journey
• Build a stronger and healthier running community
🔗 Registration
Registration Opening Soon.
🏁 Event Type
Live Event
Run with Pride.
Celebrate Heritage.
Create Your Story.
NAKSHIKANTHA MARATHON 2026