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SUMMARY:Hyderabad Airport Run 2026 - Run the Runway
DESCRIPTION:The Hyderabad Airport Run is a unique running event that transforms the runway and surroundings into a celebration of fitness\, community and fun. Organized by iFinish\, this event welcomes runners of all levels- from casual joggers to serious runners – for a memorable running experience. \nIn the 2026 edition\, participants can choose between 5 km and 10 km courses\, making the run accessible for beginners\, weekend runners\, and seasoned athletes alike. \nThe event doesn’t just stop at the run: there’s a festive post-race vibe with music\, food stalls\, entertainment and a gala-evening atmosphere that turns the run into a full-fledged celebration. \nWhether you’re in for fitness\, fun\, or a community experience- the Airport Run gives you a chance to run on a unique course\, meet like-minded runners\, and end the day with energy and memories. \n\nWhat to Know- 2026 Edition\n\nEvent: Hyderabad Airport Run 2026 (organized by iFinish)\nAvailable Distances: 5 km and 10 km\nEntry Fee: ₹799 – ₹1\,299 (for standard registration)\nExtras: Certificate\, finisher goodies/kit\, post-race entertainment and community vibe\n\n\nWhy It’s Worth Joining\n\nUnique course-  run near/through the airport (or airport-prepped route) for a different running experience\nOpen to all levels-  from first-time runners to experienced 10 k athletes\nSocial + fun- not just a race\, but a community event with music\, energy\, and a festival-like atmosphere\nGreat for friends\, families\, groups or solo runners looking to meet like-minded people\n\n\nWho Should Participate\n\nBeginners wanting a friendly 5 km challenge\nFitness enthusiasts looking for a fun 10 km run\nGroups of friends\, colleagues or communities seeking a collective fitness experience\nAnyone who enjoys races and wants a unique running event with energy and social vibe
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/hyderabad-airport-run-2025-run-the-runway/
LOCATION:Hyderabad\, Hyderabad\, India
CATEGORIES:Endurance,Running
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SUMMARY:Tour de Malnad 2026
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Heart of the Western Ghats on Two Wheels\nTour de Malnad 2026 is a multi-day supported cycling tour that celebrates the spectacular biodiversity\, rolling hills and charming heritage towns of the Malnad region in Karnataka. Held over four days\, the tour is designed for both adventurous cyclists and enthusiastic beginners who want to experience a long-distance ride through some of the most scenic rural and forested roads in South India. \n\nEvent Dates & Route\n\nDates: 9–12 January 2026 (four days of cycling)\nRegion Covered: Malnad region spanning Chikkamagaluru\, Thirthahalli and surrounding Western Ghats areas\nApprox. Distance: 400 + km over four riding days\n\nSample 2026 Riding Itinerary (Indicative)\n(Actual route details may vary and should be confirmed with organisers) \n\nDay 1: Kalasa → Udupi (~115 km)\nDay 2: Udupi → Dharmasthala (~120 km)\nDay 3: Dharmasthala → Chikkamagaluru (~110 km)\nDay 4: Chikkamagaluru → Hassan (~75 km)\n\nRide concludes with transfer options back to major hubs such as Bengaluru. \n\n‍What the Tour Includes \n\nFully Supported Ride: Professional support vans\, mechanical backup and on-route assistance\nMeals & Accommodation: Typically packaged into tour pricing (breakfast\, lunch\, dinner and overnight stays)\nTechnical Support: Assistance for repairs\, navigation and safety throughout all days\nGroup Riding Format: Ride alongside cyclists of varied experience levels — from committed riders to enthusiastic tourists\n\n\nWhy Tour de Malnad Is Special\n\nBreathtaking Landscape: Ride through lush forests\, coffee plantations\, green hills and scenic rural roads of Malnad — the Western Ghats’ biodiverse heartland.\nCultural Route: Pass by heritage towns\, temples and local markets\, offering rich cultural immersion alongside athletic challenge.\nOpen to Many Riders: Designed for cyclists with moderate endurance — not just elites — so beginners and enthusiasts can participate with proper preparation.\nFully Supported Experience: Logistics\, food\, lodging\, navigation and backup make this more of an adventure tour than a competitive race.\n\n\nWho Should Participate\n\nCyclists seeking a multi-day tour experience rather than a race\nAdventure travelers who enjoy scenic riding through hills and forests\nGroups\, clubs\, families and solo riders comfortable with sustained endurance\nRiders building experience for longer tours or cycling tours abroad\n\n  \n**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate\, timely event information\, all details\, including date\, venue\, category\, and race logistics\, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/tour-de-malnad-2026/
LOCATION:Chikkamagaluru
CATEGORIES:Bicycle,Competition,Endurance
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260111
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SUMMARY:Vagamon ULtrail 2026
DESCRIPTION:Ultra Trail Running in the “Scotland of Asia”\nThe Vagamon ULtrail is a spectacular ultra-trail running event hosted in the lush hills of Vagamon\, Kerala — popularly known as the “Scotland of Asia.” Organised by Soles of Cochin\, a passionate group of long distance running enthusiasts\, the event has evolved from a local running fest to one of South India’s most sought-after trail races. \nSet against rolling tea estates\, dense forests\, single-track trails and scenic ridges\, the Vagamon ULtrail delivers an unforgettable trail-running experience through some of India’s most breathtaking natural terrain. \n\nEvent Date & Location\n\nDate: 10 January 2026\nLocation: Vagamon (Kottayam–Idukki border)\, Kerala — hills and trails of Kolahalamedu and Pullikanam\nStart Time: Early morning (varies by category)\n\nVagamon is a scenic hill station with rolling meadows and shaded trails\, making it a paradise for trail runners. \n\n‍Event Categories\nVagamon ULtrail 2026 offers three distinct categories\, catering to both trail running beginners and experienced ultra runners: \n10K Trail Walk\n\nDistance: 10 km (loop course)\nStart Time: 07:00 AM\nDescription: A scenic trail walk through Pullikanam Estate — ideal for families\, friends and recreational participants who want to enjoy the terrain without competitive timing.\nFee: ₹900 (incl. GST)\n\n\n36K Ultra Trail\n\nDistance: ~36 km point-to-point trail\nStart Time: 07:00 AM\nDescription: Designed for runners stepping up into trail running — passing through tea estates\, hill paths\, and varied terrain.\nFee: ₹2250 (incl. GST)\nCut-off: Finish by ~06:00 PM (no strict stage cut-offs)\n\n\n60K Ultra Trail\n\nDistance: ~60 km point-to-point ultra\nStart Time: 06:30 AM\nDescription: A challenging ultra trail run through Vagamon’s most beautiful and demanding sections.\nFee: ₹3750 (incl. GST)\nTime Limit: 12 hours total\nStage Cut-offs:\n~38.5 km: Passed by 02:30 PM\n~56 km: Passed by 05:15 PM\nFinal finish by 06:30 PM\n\nRunners must reach each stage cut-off within the allotted time to continue. \n\nCourse & Terrain\n\nStart Points:\n36K & 60K start from College of Dairy Science and Technology\, Kolahalamedu\nFinish Point:\nAll categories finish at St. Thomas LP School\, Pullikanam\n\nThe trails are a mix of tea estates\, single-track forest paths\, ridges and rugged terrain — offering both technical challenge and panoramic views. \n\nFinisher Medals & Timing\n\n36K & 60K:\nMedals for runners finishing within cut-offs.\nCertificates and timing are provided.\nResults for 36K and 60K are reported to ITRA & UTMB (for eligible finishers).\nMedals for a limited number of finishers are given on the day; remaining medals are posted after the race.\n10K Trail Walk:\nParticipation is focused on experience; not a timed competition.\n\n\nRace Day Essentials & Tips\n\nMandatory Gear: Hydration carry (minimum 1 L)\, trail running shoes\, sun protection\, hat/cap\, and weather-appropriate clothing.\nAid Stations: Water\, energy drinks\, fruits and light snacks are placed at intervals (approx. every 10 km) on the 36K & 60K courses.\nMedical Support: Medical assistance and safety personnel are positioned strategically along the course.\nRespect Nature: Course runs through ecologically sensitive areas; participants must stay on marked trails and avoid disturbing flora and fauna.**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate\, timely event information\, all details\, including date\, venue\, category\, and race logistics\, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/vagamon-ultrail-2026/
LOCATION:Karnataka
CATEGORIES:Endurance,Running,Trail Running
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SUMMARY:5150 Chennai
DESCRIPTION:IRONMAN Olympic-Distance Triathlon 2026\nThe 5150 Chennai is a flagship triathlon event under the IRONMAN brand\, making its historic debut in India on 11 January 2026. This race is the first 5150 Triathlon ever held in the country — bringing the globally recognised Olympic-distance format of 1.5 km swim\, 40 km bike and 10 km run to Chennai\, Tamil Nadu. \nHosted along the scenic East Coast Road (ECR) with race operations based around the MGM Beach Resort & Kovalam Beach\, the event combines world-class endurance sport with coastal atmosphere and growing triathlon culture in South India. \n\n️ Event Date & Location\n\nDate: Sunday\, 11 January 2026\nVenue: MGM Beach Resort & Kovalam Beach\, Chennai\, Tamil Nadu\, India\nHost City: Chennai — vibrant coastal city known for culture\, beaches and rising sports tourism.\n\n\n‍Race Format: Olympic Distance (5150)\nThe 5150 format is one of the most popular Olympic-distance triathlon races worldwide — often seen as a bridge between beginner triathlons and longer Ironman distances. \nSwim\n\n1.5 km in the calm Bay of Bengal waters at Kovalam Beach\nBlue Flag-certified swim location with rolling wave starts to safely manage athletes.\n\n‍Bike\n\n40 km total on a flat\, fast course\nTwo 20 km loops along smooth\, coastal highway roads — perfect for high-speed cycling.\n\n‍Run\n\n10 km run course (two laps of a 5 km flat\, scenic coastal stretch) — ideal for fast pacing and strong finishes.\n\nThis totals 51.5 km of swim-bike-run\, giving the name 5150 to the race. \n\n️ Event Schedule Highlights\nBefore Race Day (Fri & Sat): \n\nAthlete check-in\, EXPO stalls and merchandise\nBike service area open\nQ&A sessions with the Race Director\n\nRace Day (Sun\, 11 Jan): \n\n5150 race rolling start at around 7:00 AM\nAwards presentation after midday\n\n\n️ Why This Event Matters\n\nHistoric milestone for India: India becomes one of the few countries in Asia to host a 5150 Triathlon under the IRONMAN banner.\nBoosts endurance sports culture: Builds on IRONMAN India’s legacy after successful IRONMAN 70.3 races in Goa.\nAccessible for many athletes: Olympic-distance format is a popular entry point for triathletes aiming to step up from shorter races.\nScenic coastal course: Fast\, flat courses with sea views along East Coast Road.\n\n \n  \n**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate\, timely event information\, all details\, including date\, venue\, category\, and race logistics\, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/5150-chennai/
LOCATION:Chennai\, Chennai\, Tamil Nadu\, India
CATEGORIES:Bicycle,Competition,Endurance,Running,Swimming,Triathlon
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SUMMARY:Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026
DESCRIPTION:#HarDilMumbai: 21st Edition!\nThe Tata Mumbai Marathon (TMM) is a globally recognised flagship road running event hosted in Mumbai\, Maharashtra\, organised by Procam International. It holds the World Athletics Gold Label — a prestigious designation reflecting elite competition quality\, deep participation and world-class standards. \nNow entering its 21st edition\, TMM brings together runners from across India and beyond to celebrate fitness\, resilience\, community and inclusivity — truly embodying the city’s spirit. \n\nEvent Date & Location\n\nDate: Sunday\, 18 January 2026\nStart/Finish: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST)\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra\nOrganiser: Procam International — leaders in multi-distance running events and community sport engagement.\n\n\n‍Race Categories (On-Ground)\nThe Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 features six on-ground race categories designed to include competitive runners\, families and recreational participants: \n\nMarathon — 42.195 km (full marathon)\nHalf Marathon — 21.097 km\nOpen 10K — 10 km\nDream Run — 5.9 km\nSenior Citizens’ Run — 4.2 km\nChampions with Disability — 1.3 km (plus buddy)\n\n\nVirtual Run Options\nTMM also offers a Virtual Run series for those who prefer to run remotely: \n\nVirtual Marathon — 42.195 km\nVirtual Half Marathon — 21.097 km\nVirtual 10K — 10 km\nVirtual 5K — 5 km\n\nVirtual runners complete their chosen distance anytime between 17–18 January 2026 using the TMM App. \n\n‍Who Can Participate\nOn-ground eligibility (minimum ages): \n\nMarathon & Half Marathon: 18 years+\nOpen 10K: 15 years+\nDream Run: 12 years+\nSenior Citizens’ Run: 60 years+\nChampions with Disability (and Buddy): 12 years+ / 18 years+ respectively\n\nThere’s no upper age limit in any category. \n\nParticipation & Confirmation Criteria\nMany categories (especially Marathon and Half Marathon) use confirmation criteria based on valid timed race results — this means finish times from other officially timed on-ground races can determine entry eligibility as age-group slots fill. \nFor the Marathon\, required timed benchmarks vary by age and gender (e.g.\, under 7 hrs for 42.195 km or specified times for 25 km/half marathon results). Half Marathon confirmations also use prior race timings with age-specific cut-offs. \n\nRace Experience & Inclusivity\n\nWorld Athletics Gold Label: Internationally recognised and competitive.\nRecord Participation: TMM 2026 is set to include the Coastal Road for the first time on the marathon and half marathon routes — a scenic\, smooth stretch overlooking the Arabian Sea.\nDebutant Recognition: First-time marathon finishers receive a specially marked Debutant Bib\, celebrating their milestone.\nFamily Running Initiative (“Home Run Squad”): Families running together are recognised with a special digital finish-line photo frame.\nReserved Slots: A limited number of slots are reserved for women and persons with disabilities to encourage wider participation.\n\n\nRace Kit & Finisher Perks\nParticipants in on-ground categories typically receive: \n✔ Official race bib & timing chip✔ Technical T-shirt (exclusive designs for marathon/half)✔ Finisher medal for completed distances✔ Digital timing certificate✔ Hydration & aid stations\, med support✔ Expo & race day amenities \n\nWhy the Tata Mumbai Marathon Matters\n\n⚡ Historic Legacy: One of Asia’s longest-running major road races with deep community impact.\nCitywide Movement: From elite runners to families\, TMM brings Mumbai together — locally and globally.\nGlobal Participation: Attracts runners from across India and overseas\, with over 65\,000 on-ground participants in 2026 — a record-setting turnout.\nPhilanthropy & Sustainability: The event raises significant funds for charities and emphasises environmental and social impact.\n\n\n**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate\, timely event information\, all details\, including date\, venue\, category\, and race logistics\, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/tata-mumbai-marathon-2026/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, Mumbai
CATEGORIES:Endurance,Running
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SUMMARY:Pune Grand Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:India’s First UCI Class 2.2 Professional Cycling Stage Race\nThe Pune Grand Tour (PGT) 2026 is poised to make history as India’s first professional multi-stage road cycling event recognised on the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) calendar with a Class 2.2 classification – a landmark achievement for Indian cycling. The event will be held across four competitive stages over five days\, taking riders through diverse terrain across Pune district while showcasing the scenic richness of Maharashtra. \nThe Tour is organised by the Pune District Administration\, in collaboration with the Cycling Federation of India (CFI)\, Government of Maharashtra\, and local civic bodies – with strong backing from corporate partners such as Bajaj as title sponsor for the 2026 season. \n\nEvent Dates & Venue\n\nDates: 19–23 January 2026 (four competitive days).\nLocation: Pune District\, Maharashtra\, India — covering urban roads\, rural stretches\, grasslands and hilly terrain.\nDistance: Approximately 437 km across four stages.\n\nPune – historically known as the City of Cycles — aims to reclaim its cycling heritage by hosting this global-standard event\, designed to place India firmly on the world cycling map. \n\n‍ Race Format & Structure\nThe Pune Grand Tour is a multi-stage professional road cycling race inspired by iconic global tours like the Tour de France. Elite teams compete across four unique stages\, with a mix of terrain types that test endurance\, climbing skill\, sprinting ability and tactical team performance. \nStage Breakdown (Example known for Stage 1)\n\nStage 1 – Pune to PCMC: ~91.8 km through grasslands\, hills and backwaters.\nStage 2 – Purandar & Haveli region: Rolling terrain through forts and rural landscapes.\nStage 3 – Baramati region: Longer stage through countryside\, plateaus and rural roads.\nStage 4 – Final leg: Urban and peri-urban sections tying back to heritage zones in Pune.\n\nTeams can include professional international riders\, invited via national cycling federations. The event also integrates national squads (selected by CFI) to compete against elite teams from around the world. \n\nInternational Significance\nSecuring UCI Class 2.2 status marks a historic moment for Indian cycling — the Pune Grand Tour is the first event of this calibre in India\, offering riders the opportunity to earn UCI points that contribute toward Olympic qualification pathways and global rankings. \nOrganisers and state officials have emphasised that this race is designed not just as a one-off event but as the foundation for an annual international cycling calendar fixture in Pune. \n\nWho Can Participate\n\nProfessional Men’s Teams: National and international elite pro cycling teams (UCI-registered).\nNational Teams: Cycling Federation of India (CFI) selected teams competing alongside global professionals.\nElite Riders: Individuals qualifying through national federation criteria.\n(General public participation categories such as Gran Fondo or amateur events may be planned but formal details for 2026 editions remain to be confirmed by organisers.)\n\n\nRoute & Terrain Highlights\nThe Tour route is curated to expose riders to: \n\nSahyadri foothills and hilly climbs — testing climbing and endurance\nGrasslands and plateaus — fast\, rolling sections\nUrban-rural transitions — blending city roads with countryside vistas\nHistoric forts and water bodies — cultural landscapes woven into the course\nDiverse surface conditions — requiring technical skill and team tactics\nPune administration has undertaken extensive road upgrading and safety infrastructure work to meet UCI’s stringent standards\, ensuring smooth surfaces and race-ready routes prior to the event.\n\n\nWhy Pune Grand Tour Matters\n\nHistoric First: India’s first UCI-sanctioned\, multi-stage professional cycling race.\nGlobal Stage: Draws international teams\, Olympic pathway potential\, and showcases Indian cycling talent.\nDiverse Challenges: Four stage formats that test sprinting\, climbing\, time-trial style endurance and team strategy.\nScenic Route: Showcases Pune district’s geographic diversity — from hills to grasslands to urban streets.\n️ Sports Tourism Boost: Expected to attract riders\, support teams\, media and spectators from around the world.\n\n  \n \n  \n**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate\, timely event information\, all details\, including date\, venue\, category\, and race logistics\, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/pune-grand-tour-2026/
LOCATION:Pune\, Pune\, Maharashtra\, India
CATEGORIES:Bicycle,Endurance,MTB
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