The Half Marathon will take place on February 10.
Doha: The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) is entering the final stage of preparations for the 2026 edition of its annual Half Marathon. The event, one of the most anticipated community sports gatherings on the QOC calendar, will take place along Lusail Boulevard, coinciding with Qatar National Sport Day on February 10.
The Organising Committee will on Monday present the latest organizational, logistical, technical, and administrative updates, including confirmed race routes, operational protocols, and services available to participants and spectators. Comprehensive safety measures, including medical coverage, emergency plans, and volunteer and support points, have been implemented to ensure a secure and seamless experience for all participants.
A standout feature of the event is the interactive ‘Team Village’, designed as a vibrant hub for families and children, featuring a variety of recreational and sporting activities alongside community programs that enhance the celebratory atmosphere and make the Half Marathon a fully immersive sporting and social experience.
The race itself will feature carefully designed categories to accommodate participants of all ages and abilities. Children aged 6 to 14 will compete in a 1-kilometre race, while boys and girls aged 15 to 17 will run 5 kilometres. Open categories for men and women aged 19 to 39, as well as those 40 and above, will compete across 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km distances. In addition, dedicated ‘Team Qatar’ categories for men and women aged 19–39 and 40+ will be included across the same distances.
The QOC Half Marathon 2026 exemplifies the QOC’s ongoing commitment to promoting sport as a unifying force, fostering social interaction and inclusion across diverse communities, and reinforcing the values of peace, solidarity, and fraternity.
