Uganda AIDS Marathon

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Sports & AdventureKampala
Dates29 November 2026Confirmed listing
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceWhat sets this marathon apart from a typical
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: UGX
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Uganda AIDS Marathon in Kampala

Uganda AIDS Marathon is a national running movement launched in 2026 by the Uganda AIDS Commission, culminating in a Kampala finale on November 29, 2026, the Sunday before World AIDS Day. Spanning roughly 11 Ugandan cities and targeting around 15,000 runners, it combines road racing with HIV testing, treatment referrals, and awareness campaigns supporting Uganda's goal to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030.

The Uganda AIDS Marathon 2026 was formally launched on February 24, 2026, at a ceremony held at the Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort Hotel in Kampala, positioning the event as a new national movement rather than a single race.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

What sets this marathon apart from a typical charity run is its scale and institutional backing: it launched as a coordinated national movement at Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort Hotel in February 2026, is spearheaded by the Uganda AIDS Commission with government, private sector, and civil society partners including The AIDS Support Organisation (TASO) and the Uganda Communications Commission, and runs simultaneously across roughly ten to eleven cities rather than a single location

02

The mystery stays covered

Each city leg feeds into a shared national finish line in Kampala, and the event doubles as an active service point, offering on-site HIV testing and treatment referrals alongside the race itself, turning participation into direct public-health action rather than symbolic support

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The marathon fits into a global tradition of using road races to raise HIV/AIDS awareness ahead of World AIDS Day on December 1

Water and renewal

Living ritual

and Uganda's own history as one of the first African countries to publicly confront its HIV epidemic and drive down prevalence rates through sustained national campaigns gives this marathon particular symbolic weight as a continuation of that public-health mobilization tradition

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

29 November 2026

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Kampala to work differently.

What to wear

Standard road-race running gear works for participants: moisture-wicking shirts, shorts, and broken-in running shoes, often in event-branded colors. Spectators and those attending awareness...

Safety

Uganda AIDS Marathon is easier when spectators give competitors, vehicles and staff room to work.

Where to stay

Base yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if Uganda AIDS Marathon runs late.

Tickets/cost

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

Language/currency

UGX

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map0.32 N, 32.58 EOpen in Google Maps

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Nearest airportEBB — Entebbe
TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Kampala to work differently.
Stay areaBase yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if Uganda AIDS Marathon runs late.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Kampala via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Kampala, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for November.Compare faresFestival gearStandard road-race running gear works for participants: moisture-wicking shirts, shorts, and broken-in running shoes, often in event-branded colors. Spectators and those attending awareness activities can dress casually, with sun protection for the daytime portions of the event.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Uganda 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 Uganda AIDS Marathon?

Uganda AIDS Marathon is listed for 29 November 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Uganda AIDS Marathon take place?

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

How long should I plan for?

One day 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?

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

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 URLuac.go.ug
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates29 November 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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