Jeddah Half Marathon

نصف ماراثون جدة

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Sports & AdventureJeddah
DatesDates TBA · Usually FebruaryCheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceThe race routes runners through Jeddah's
Language["ar"]Currency: SAR
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Jeddah Half Marathon in Jeddah

The Jeddah Half Marathon is an annual road race through Jeddah's historic streets, drawing thousands of runners, including a 3,500-runner turnout reported for its 2022 edition and a well-attended 2024 race described by Arab News as filling the streets of historic Jeddah with runners taking part in the citywide event.

The Jeddah Half Marathon has grown into one of the western Saudi coast's established annual road races, drawing thousands of runners through the historic streets of a city that, within living memory, had no organized mass-participation running events of this kind.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

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The place changes

The race routes runners through Jeddah's historic core, giving the event a distinctive backdrop compared to typical urban half marathons, and its growth has coincided with a broader expansion of Saudi road racing, including the newer Red Sea Marathon that Time Out Jeddah reported launching in the city, suggesting Jeddah is building toward a fuller calendar of major running events rather than relying on a single flagship race, drawing both local residents and visiting runners from across the wider Gulf region each year

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The race reflects Saudi Arabia's rapidly growing road-running culture

Water and renewal

Living ritual

part of the same post-2016 public sport and entertainment expansion that has brought marathons

The sacred route

Living ritual

half marathons and trail races to cities across the kingdom

The local code

Living ritual

and its historic Jeddah route ties modern mass-participation sport to the city's identity as a centuries-old Red Sea trading port

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually February

Getting around

For Jeddah Half Marathon, plan transport around the exact Jeddah venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Standard athletic running attire suits participants, with modest coverage generally maintained even in sportswear; spectators should dress modestly and comfortably, with sun protection given...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Jeddah Half Marathon, stay near the part of Jeddah you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

["ar"] · SAR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map21.54 N, 39.17 EOpen in Google Maps

Jeddah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia

Nearest airportJED — King Abdulaziz
TransportFor Jeddah Half Marathon, plan transport around the exact Jeddah venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Jeddah Half Marathon, stay near the part of Jeddah you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Jeddah via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Jeddah, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for February.Compare faresFestival gearStandard athletic running attire suits participants, with modest coverage generally maintained even in sportswear; spectators should dress modestly and comfortably, with sun protection given Jeddah's humid coastal climate even during cooler winter racing months.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Saudi Arabia and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Jeddah Half Marathon?

Jeddah Half Marathon is listed for February. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Jeddah Half Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Jeddah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLmarathon-index.com
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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually February
Source statusOfficial source linked
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