The Barefoot Marathon 2026 - 10th Year

India flag Kodagu, Karnataka, India

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Date 06 Dec, 2026
Races 2 distances
Entry fee $7.87 – $20.99
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The Barefoot Marathon 2026 - 10th Year

About the event

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Barefoot Marathon Coorg, an extraordinary run that honors history while supporting a vital cause. Set against the lush backdrop of Kodagu’s natural beauty, this marathon offers five categories: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.0975 km), 10Km, 5Km, and a family-friendly 1.5Km fun run.
Participants will experience the unique challenge of running barefoot through Coorg’s picturesque landscapes, where every step is an immersion in nature. The event supports The Coorg Wellness Foundation, dedicated to enhancing the well-being of both wildlife ecology and local communities.
Post-race festivities include a nutritious brunch that celebrates runners’ achievements with delicious food and camaraderie. Each finisher receives a commemorative medal marking this historic milestone.
Water and energy stations are strategically placed along the route to keep participants hydrated and energized throughout their journey. The event offers various methods for registration, including guest login options, making it convenient for everyone to participate in this memorable cause-driven race on December 6, 2026.

Races offered

06Dec

The Barefoot Marathon 2026 - 10th Year - 1.5 Km

Running

Distance
5K
Start time
05:00
Entry fee
$ 7.87
06Dec

The Barefoot Marathon 2026 - 10th Year - Half Marathon

Running

Distance
21.1K
Start time
05:00
Entry fee
$ 20.99

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for December in Kodagu.

Temperature16.3° / 26.4°
Feels like16.1° / 26.1°
Sunshine hours9h 55m
Rainfall0.9 mm
Snowfall—
Wind9.7 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity76.3%
Max UV indexLow (2.8)
Sweat lossHigh
Course conditionsHard and dry surface
Sunrise06:39
Sunset18:04

About Kodagu

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Kodagu, also called Coorg, is a district in Karnataka State. Coorg is known for its hospitability of people and beautiful scenery. This is one of the best destinations for nature lover in India. Tourists get fascinated by colourful scenery, wooded slopes, undulating landscape and quaint villages of Coorg. There are endless mountain ranges which attract thousands of tourists every year.

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