DHOFAR MARATHON 2026
19 December 2026 | Salalah, Sultanate of Oman
Be Part of History
Welcome to Dhofar’s first-ever full-distance marathon, a fast, flat 42.2 km race through the heart of Salalah.
Starting and finishing at Dhofar Municipality Headquarters, the course takes runners through the city’s distinctive landscapes, heritage and coastline, including Ittin, Sultan Qaboos Road, Haffa Souq, Al Baleed Archaeological Park and Dahariz.
Take on the full marathon or share the distance with your team. Choose your challenge and take your place on the start line.
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE
42.2 KM | Individual Marathon
Take on the full marathon distance.
21.1 KM × 2 | 2-Person Relay
Two runners. 21.1 km each. One marathon.
10.5 KM × 4 | 4-Person Relay
Four runners. Approximately 10.5 km each. One finish line.
Prize Money
42.2 KM | Open/Professional — Men & Women
| Place | Men | Women |
| 1st | OMR 2,000 | OMR 2,000 |
| 2nd | OMR 1,200 | OMR 1,200 |
| 3rd | OMR 1,000 | OMR 1,000 |
| 4th | OMR 800 | OMR 800 |
| 5th | OMR 500 | OMR 500 |
42.2 KM | Omani Athletes
| Place | Overall Omani |
| 1st | OMR 700 |
| 2nd | OMR 500 |
| 3rd | OMR 300 |
21.1 KM × 2 | 2-Person Relay
| Place | Overall Per Team |
| 1st | OMR 1000 ( Team |
10.5 KM × 4 | 4-Person Relay
| Place | Overall Per Team |
| 1st | OMR 700 |
| 2nd | OMR 500 |
| 3rd | OMR 300 |
Click here for the Athlete Guide
| # | Category | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | INDIVIDUAL | OMR 35.000 |
| 2 | TEAM RELAY ( 2X 21.1KM ) | OMR 40.000 |
| 3 | TEAM RELAY ( 4 X 10.55 ) | OMR 45.000 |
