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The Independence Marathon

Fri, 09 Oct

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Kololo Independence Grounds

Your resolution this year is to run! 🏃‍♂️🇺🇬 Lace up your running shoes and honour Uganda's heritage with every stride. Whether you are hitting a personal best or jogging with friends, make this Independence Day unforgettable!

The Independence Marathon
The Independence Marathon

Time & Location

09 Oct 2026, 08:00 – 8:05

Kololo Independence Grounds, 8HGV+J5M, Kampala, Uganda

About the event

The Independence Marathon is a premier annual running event held on Uganda’s Independence Day, October 9th, 2026, at the historic Kololo Airstrip. Designed to unite fitness enthusiasts, corporate teams, and professional athletes from across the nation, this marathon blends healthy active living with national pride. Participants can push their limits, honour their fitness goals, and run alongside thousands of Ugandans celebrating unity and freedom. Step out of your comfort zone and make running your ultimate resolution this season!


Minimalist promotional landscape flyer for "The Independence Marathon" set against a solid black background. On the left side, a stylized white graphic depicts the iconic Independence Monument of Uganda with silhouettes of a female and a male athlete running on either side. Beneath the monument, text reads "INDEPENDENCE MARATHON." The center features bold white capital letters reading "YOUR RESOLUTION THIS YEAR IS TO RUN," followed by the event title "The Independence Marathon" in gold script, and the date "09 / 10 / 2026." The bottom-right corner features cursive white script that reads "Happy New Year."
No more excuses—your resolution this year is to run! 👟🇺🇬 Mark your calendar for The Independence Marathon happening this October 9th at Kololo Airstrip. Celebrate Uganda's Independence Day by pushing your boundaries and running for a healthier, stronger future. Let's do this!

💪 Let's run! #IndependenceMarathon2026 #UgandaAt64 #RunKampala #FitnessResolution

Tickets

  • General Admission

    US$0.00

Total

US$0.00

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