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Dr Ramani Goa Marathon 2026
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Marathons & Running Events in Goa
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Goa's race season runs from November to February, when mornings are cool enough to run. The headline road race is the SKF Goa River Marathon in Vasco da Gama, which its organisers list for Sunday 13 December 2026; past editions have offered a full marathon, half marathon, 10 km and 5 km along the Zuari. Open-water swimmers have the Goa Swimathon on 14 and 15 November 2026, with distances from 250 m to 10 km and a 7:30 am flag-off. Ironman 70.3 Goa was last held on 9 November 2025, starting from Miramar Beach in Panaji; we could not verify a 2026 date, so do not book travel for it until the organisers confirm. Beyond the big names, running clubs in Panaji, Margao and Mapusa organise weekend runs, charity 5 km and 10 km events and cycling rides, mostly along the Miramar–Dona Paula road, the Campal promenade and the coastal roads of Salcete. Humidity is the challenge even in winter, so races start at or before sunrise. This page lists marathons, fun runs, triathlons, swims and cycling events in Goa as registrations open.
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Good to know
- Register early for the Goa River Marathon on 13 December 2026; the longer distances close first.
- Train for humidity, not just distance. Mornings are damp and warm even in December.
- Stay in Vasco, Bogmalo or Dabolim the night before a Vasco race. Start times are before sunrise and roads close early.
- On race mornings in Panaji, the Miramar–Dona Paula road is closed to traffic. Plan around it if you have a flight.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Goa River Marathon 2026?
The organisers list it for Sunday 13 December 2026, in Vasco da Gama.
Is Ironman 70.3 Goa happening in 2026?
We could not verify a 2026 date. The last edition was on 9 November 2025 at Miramar Beach, Panaji. Check the organisers' site before making plans.
When is the Goa Swimathon?
On 14 and 15 November 2026, with 250 m, 1 km and 2 km swims on the Saturday and 5 km and 10 km on the Sunday.
What is the best time of year to run in Goa?
November to February. Start before 6:30 am, as it is hot and humid by 9 am even in winter.
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