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SUMMARY:MAHETHON 2026 – Bengaluru Runs for Earth
DESCRIPTION:The first-ever MAHETHON 2026 is a landmark running festival hosted by Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)\, Bengaluru. More than a marathon\, MAHETHON is designed as a city-wide movement for sustainability\, wellness\, and community impact – bringing thousands of runners together to run for Earth. \nThe event positions Bengaluru firmly on the national running map – uniting school runners\, recreational athletes\, corporate participants\, defence personnel\, and seasoned runners under one vision: Run for Better Health. Run for Better Planet. \n\nBengaluru’s Biggest Sustainability-Focused Run\nMAHETHON blends fitness and environmental responsibility through: \n\nEco-friendly event operations\nSustainability pledges & awareness drives\nCommunity-led impact efforts\nAthlete participation supporting local environmental causes\n\nIt’s not just a race. It’s a statement of care\, belonging\, and collective responsibility. \n\nEvent Date & Venue\n\nDate: Sunday\, 25 January 2026\nTime: From 5:00 AM onwards\nVenue: MAHE Bengaluru Campus (Yelahanka) & surrounding areas\n\n\nCategories & Age Eligibility\n3K Fun Run\n\nAge groups:\n5–13 yrs\n13–16 yrs\n16+ yrs (Open)\nFee: Free\nFlag-off: 8:00 AM\n\n5K Run\n\nAge groups:\n16–30 yrs (Open)\n30–40 yrs (Senior)\n40–50 yrs (Senior+)\n50–60 yrs\n60+ yrs\nFee: ₹399\nFlag-off: 7:30 AM\n\n10K Forces Run\n\nArmed forces\, police\, uniformed services\nFee: Free\nFlag-off: 6:30 AM\n10K Timed Run\nSame age brackets as 5K\nFee: ₹699\nFlag-off: 6:30 AM\n\n21.1K Half Marathon\n\nSame age brackets as 5K\nFee: ₹999\nFlag-off: 6:00 AM\n\n\nBib Distribution\nDates: \n\n23 & 24 January 2026\n\nLocations: \n\nMAHE Bengaluru Campus\nSri Kanteerava Outdoor Stadium\n\n(Free transport to the race venue will be provided to registered participants from select Bengaluru locations.) \n\nWhy Participate?\n\nFlagship running festival of Bengaluru\nSustainability-focused experience\nOpen to all ages & fitness levels\nFree categories encourage inclusivity\nCommunity\, athletic spirit & city pride\nThoughtfully organised by MAHE\, Bengaluru\n\n\nCall to Runners\nParticipants are encouraged to: \n\nRegister early\nShare the event with colleagues & friends\nBegin practice/training plans\nBe part of Bengaluru’s signature running movement
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/mahethon-2026-bengaluru-runs-for-earth/
LOCATION:Bengaluru\, Bengaluru\, India
CATEGORIES:Running
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