2026 Khao Yai Marathon

The Khao Yai Marathon 2026 will take place on 10 – 11 January 2026 at the Mu Si Subdistrict venue in Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. The early‑morning start will find Tambon Mu Si in cool, crisp weather with average temperatures around 20–24 °C, light winds, and a low chance of precipitation, ideal for long‑distance running in the forested hills of Khao Yai. Runners can look forward to a scenic course that traverses mountains and timbered trails, a range of race distances from 2 km to a full marathon, and a day of community giving with a 10 baht donation per entry to the Elephant Friends Foundation.

What dates are the Khao Yai Marathon 2026 scheduled for?

• →Race day: Sunday, 11 January 2026
• →Expo (race‑kit collection) day: Saturday, 10 January 2026

Where is the race venue located?

• →Mu Si Subdistrict, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Thailand
• →Map link: <https://maps.app.goo.gl/LmWoVawjrkqLmeZ57>

What will the weather be like on race day?

• →Cool temperatures (20–24 °C)
• →Light breezes
• →Low probability of rain, making for comfortable running conditions

What distances are available for this event?

• →42.195 km (Full Marathon)
• →21.1 km (Half Marathon)
• →10 km (Mini Marathon)
• →5 km (Micro Marathon)
• →2 km (Family Fun Run)

What are the start times for each race distance?

• →Marathon: 03:00 AM
• →Half Marathon: 04:30 AM
• →Mini Marathon: 05:00 AM
• →Micro Marathon: 05:15 AM
• →Family Fun Run: 04:30 PM

What are the cut‑off times for each race distance?

• →Marathon: 7 hours
• →Half Marathon: 4 hours
• →Mini Marathon: 2 ½ hours
• →Micro Marathon: 1 ½ hours
• →Family Fun Run: 1 hour

How much does registration cost for each race distance and pricing tier?

• →Marathon

• Old runner (15 % discount): 930 THB

• Early Bird: 1 100 THB

• Regular: 1 250 THB

• Overall Championship: 1 250 THB

• →Half Marathon

• Old runner: 800 THB

• Early Bird: 950 THB

• Regular: 1 100 THB

• Overall Championship: 1 100 THB

• →Mini Marathon

• Old runner: 590 THB

• Early Bird: 700 THB

• Regular: 750 THB

• →Micro Marathon

• Old runner: 460 THB

• Early Bird: 550 THB

• Regular: 600 THB

• →Charity Set

• 2 500 THB (includes special souvenirs and a tax‑deduction receipt)

• →Family Fun Run (2 km)

• Old runner: 420 THB

• Early Bird: 500 THB

• Regular: 500 THB

When is the application period for the Khao Yai Marathon 2026?

• →29 July 2025 – 30 November 2025

When are the old‑runner discount and early‑bird pricing valid?

• →29 July 2025 – 31 August 2025 only

What is the donation contribution for each entry?

• →10 baht per entrant to the Elephant Friends Foundation
• →Additional 10 baht contributed by B‑Quik

What is the Charity Set and what does it include?

• →2 500 THB registration fee
• →Exclusive souvenir
• →Tax‑deduction receipt (valued at 2 000 THB)

What is the Family Fun Run and its schedule?

• →Distance: 2 km
• →Date: Saturday, 10 January 2026
• →Start time: 04:30 PM
• →Cut‑off: 1 hour

What items and services are included in a runner’s registration?

• →Match number (BIB)
• →Souvenir shirt (short‑sleeved or sleeveless, depending on distance)
• →Finish‑line medal
• →Finisher shirt (for 42.195 km and 21.1 km)
• →Accident insurance coverage
• →Electronic certificate (E‑certificate)
• →Post‑race food and drinks

What awards and prizes are available for the overall competition?

• →Marathon (men/women): 1st – 25 000 THB, 2nd – 15 000 THB, 3rd – 7 500 THB
• →Half Marathon (men/women): 1st – 15 000 THB, 2nd – 7 500 THB, 3rd – 5 000 THB
• →Mini Marathon (men/women): 1st – 10 000 THB, 2nd – 5 000 THB, 3rd – 3 000 THB
• →Overall Thai prizes (first place only) for each distance

What are the age‑group award categories?

• →Marathon: Men/Women 18‑29, 30‑39, 40‑49, 50‑59, 60‑69, 70 +
• →Half Marathon: Men/Women 16‑29, 30‑39, 40‑49, 50‑59, 60‑69, 70 +
• →Mini Marathon: Men/Women 14‑19, 20‑29, 30‑39, 40‑49, 50‑59, 60‑69, 70 +

What is the Top 100 award?

• →Top 100 finishers (men and women) in both the Marathon and Half Marathon will receive a special award

What is the overall championship designation?

• →Runners who qualify as overall championship entrants start in the front group and are eligible only for the overall category, not for age‑group prizes

What benefits does a B‑Member receive?

• →Points redeemable for discounts on registration fees
• →Additional privileges at the event (e.g., priority service, exclusive merchandise)

What additional facilities and amenities are provided at the venue?

• →Expo area with race‑kit collection (10 AM – 6 PM on 10 January)
• →Medical tents with accident insurance coverage
• →Refreshment stalls offering food and beverages post‑finish
• →Souvenir and merchandise stalls

What are the job requirements for participants?

• →Must be in good health and ready to run
• →Must use an assigned BIB; no sharing, buying, or selling of BIBs is allowed
• →No cancellations or refunds after payment; disqualification for violations lasts 3 years

Where can runners pick up their race kit?

• →Expo day (Saturday, 10 January 2026) at the venue between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM

How does the event accommodate weather conditions?

• →Course routes are designed to stay on shaded forest paths and mountain trails to mitigate heat
• →Medical staff and hydration stations positioned at key points
• →Participants advised to wear light, breathable clothing and bring water or electrolyte drinks

Are there any special rules for the 2 km Family Fun Run?

• →Old‑runner discount applies as specified
• →Start time and cut‑off remain as listed; no early‑bird pricing available for this distance

What is the policy on application fees and processing charges?

• →The listed registration fees exclude a 7 % application and payment‑system fee
• →Charity Set applicants receive a tax‑deduction receipt valued at 2 000 THB

What are the eligibility conditions for the old‑runner discount?

• →Must have participated in a previous Khao Yai Marathon or a qualifying race
• →Discount does not apply to overall championship or charity set entries

What is the schedule for the Expo day?

• →10 AM – 6 PM on Saturday, 10 January 2026, for race‑kit collection and event information

What is the overall prize structure for the Top 100 finishers?

• →Top 100 men and women in Marathon and Half Marathon receive a commemorative award and recognition at the finish line

What is the significance of the Elephant Friends Foundation donation?

• →Supports conservation and welfare projects for elephants in Thailand; each entrant’s 10 baht contribution helps fund these efforts

What is the B‑Quick contribution?

• →B‑Quick matches each entrant’s donation by contributing an additional 10 baht to the Elephant Friends Foundation

Are there any restrictions on race day start times?

• →All races begin at the specified times; late arrivals beyond the start time are not permitted to maintain race integrity

What happens if a runner cannot finish within the cut‑off time?

• →The runner will be disqualified from the finish results and will not receive a finisher shirt or medal

How are medals awarded?

• →Medals are given to all finishers at the finish line for each race distance
• →Age‑group trophies are awarded separately for top finishers in each category