Name: RUN WITH BAPPA 2026 – Ganesh Utsav Fitness Run
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27
Location: Hyderabad

About the Event

Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi and honor Lord Ganesha’s spirit through fitness with RUN WITH BAPPA 2026, an inclusive virtual run that blends tradition and physical activity. This special challenge runs from September 20 to September 27, 2026, allowing participants to choose their distance and pace while contributing positively during the Ganesh Utsav festival.
Participants can select one of six distances: 1K, 3K, 5K, 10K, half marathon (21K), or full marathon (42K). Whether you’re a seasoned runner, an enthusiastic walker, or simply looking to stay active during the festive period, RUN WITH BAPPA offers flexibility and inclusivity.
The event is open to anyone in India who wishes to participate from any location. Simply register for your chosen distance and complete it at your convenience between September 20 and 27, using a fitness app, smartwatch, or Strava to track your progress. Upon completion of the challenge, submit proof via email to [email protected].
Once verified, participants will receive a personalized finisher kit that includes an event t-shirt with their name and chosen distance, a unique medal, and an e-certificate. The kit also features a custom bib number and is delivered free across India.
RUN WITH BAPPA 2026 invites you to make this Ganesh Utsav more meaningful by combining the joy of celebration with personal fitness goals. Every step taken during this period contributes not only to your well-being but also to the festive spirit, making it a memorable way to honor Lord Ganesha.
Join thousands of participants in embracing the journey from Ganesh Chaturthi to Visarjan through physical activity and community engagement. Register now for RUN WITH BAPPA 2026 – Ganesh Utsav Fitness Run and experience the unique blend of tradition, fitness, and camaraderie that this event offers.
Ganpati Bappa Morya!

Races Offered

RUN WITH BAPPA 2026 – Ganesh Utsav Fitness Run - 10Km Fitness Run

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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23:50

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$5.64

RUN WITH BAPPA 2026 – Ganesh Utsav Fitness Run - 1km or 3Km Run

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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Type — Running

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23:50

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$4.70

RUN WITH BAPPA 2026 – Ganesh Utsav Fitness Run - 21 km Half Marathon Run

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 21K

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Type — Running

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23:50

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$6.67

RUN WITH BAPPA 2026 – Ganesh Utsav Fitness Run - 5Km Health Run

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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23:50

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$5.17

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Hyderabad.

thermostat Temperature

22.5° / 29.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

24.1° / 31.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 59m

water_drop Avg rainfall

7.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Very high

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

81.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:03

nightlight Sunset

18:17

About Hyderabad

Learn more about the host city, Hyderabad.

Hyderabad is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana. It occupies 650 km2 (250 sq mi) on the Deccan Plateau along the banks of the Musi River, in the northern part of Southern India. With an average altitude of 536 m (1,759 ft), much of Hyderabad is situated on hilly terrain around artificial lakes, including the Hussain Sagar lake, predating the city's founding, in the north of the city centre. According to the 2011 census of India, Hyderabad is the fourth-most populous city in India, with a population of 6.9 million residents within the city limits and 9.7 million residents in the metropolitan region, making it the sixth-most populous metropolitan area in India.