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Turkistan Marathon

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Turkistan, Kyzylorda Region, Kazakhstan

calendar_today 25 Oct, 2026

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Turkistan Marathon

About the Event

Nestled within the historic city of Turkistan, the Turkistan Marathon invites runners from around the globe to experience its scenic and welcoming course. This AIMS-certified race offers participants a gentle terrain with an elevation gain of just 70 meters over the entire route, making it ideal for both novice and seasoned athletes looking to refine their performance.
The marathon showcases the city's rich cultural heritage as runners pass through picturesque landscapes dotted with ancient landmarks and vibrant local communities. The event is part of the TAN series, a unique international running initiative that connects Turkic nations through sport and culture. Runners can expect an engaging atmosphere filled with enthusiastic supporters along the way, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience for all participants.
The World Athletics-standard certification ensures accuracy in distance measurement, allowing competitors to focus on their personal bests while enjoying the beauty of Turkistan's historic setting.
As part of its commitment to inclusivity and excellence, the Turkistan Marathon offers an environment where runners can immerse themselves in the local culture while challenging themselves against a well-structured course that is both fair and competitive.

Races Offered

Half-marathon

Oct 25, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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28 days remaining

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€37.00

Kids 3K

Oct 25, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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€13.00

Marathon

Oct 25, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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€41.00

Nordic Walking 10K

Oct 25, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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€31.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Turkistan.

thermostat Temperature
8.5° / 20.8°
wb_sunny Feels like
5.2° / 17.3°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
8h 48m
water_drop Avg rainfall
0.6 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
—
air Avg wind speed
9.5 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
Low
terrain Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
46.6%
wb_twilight Sunrise
06:41
nightlight Sunset
17:42

About Turkistan

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Turkestan, also spelled Turkistan, is a historical name for the region of Asia lying between the Caspian Sea to the west, Siberia to the north, the Gobi Desert in Mongolia to the east, and Iran, Indian subcontinent, and Tibet to the south. Turkestan is primarily inhabited by Turkic peoples, as well as Russian and Tajik minorities. It is subdivided into West Turkestan, which historically belonged to the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union, and East Turkestan, which forms a part of China.

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