Turkistan is Calling For Runners: Turkistan Marathon to Take Place on 27 October

There are 4 distances available in 2024: 42.2 km, 21.1 km, 10 km, 10-km Nordic Walking, and 3-km distance (for children aged 10-14). Moreover, the Kazakhstan Marathon Championship will be held for the participants aged over 35 as part of the Turkistan Marathon.

The marathon track is the perfect choice for runners of all levels, offering a gentle and pleasant terrain that is accessible to all. The track runs through the picturesque sights of Turkistan, offering the runners to enjoy all the beauty of the ancient city. The marathon is a member of the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) and its track is certified in compliance with the World Athletics standards.

“We are thrilled to organise the marathon in Turkistan – one of Kazakhstan’s most vibrant cities. You will enjoy the scenic views and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the region. This event will undoubtedly become a significant sporting milestone and will give a new impetus to the development of tourism. It’s crucial for us to move to regions as running helps build infrastructure”, stressed Galimzhan Yessenov, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at “Courage to be the First” Corporate Fund.

It stands to mention that Kaspi.kz is the new title sponsor of the Turkistan Marathon, and this cooperation will last for five years. We’re delighted to recall that Kaspi.kz has been the title sponsor of the Almaty Marathon that is the flagship project of “Courage to be the First” Corporate Fund and seasonal runs for more than seven years.

“Cooperation with Kaspi.kz opens new opportunities for the development of the Turkistan Marathon. This partnership is going to take our influence on the development of mass sports in Kazakhstan to the next level! We have been organising the marathon in Turkistan since 2022 and have seen new running clubs and sports infrastructure develop thanks to this event. I am sure that together with Kaspi.kz we will make the Turkistan Marathon one of the largest and most prestigious sports events in the region”, said Saltanat Kazybayeva, Executive Director of “Courage to be the First” Corporate Fund.

All finishers will receive medals and winners will be awarded valuable prizes.

Registration is already available at Almaty-marathon.kz.

Title sponsor: Kaspi.kz

Turkistan Marathon Organisers: “Courage to be the First” Corporate Fund, Krida Fitness Club, Sh.Yessenov Science and Education Foundation and multisports Youtube-channel #DifferentYou.