Half Marathon

The Ngong Road Forest Challenge 2026

Saturday, 19 September 2026 · 8:00 AM (21KM), 9:00 AM (10KM), 10:00 AM (5KM)

Also known as NRF Challenge, this is a family-friendly running event set against the backdrop of Ngong Road Forest and Ngong Racecourse, bringing together corporates, communities, athletes, conservationists, and nature lovers. Proceeds support long-term conservation of Ngong Road Forest, youth programmes with Nondescripts Rugby Club, and community wellness.

The Ngong Road Forest Challenge 2026 poster

Ngong Racecourse and Forest, Nairobi

8:00 AM (21KM), 9:00 AM (10KM), 10:00 AM (5KM)

5km, 10km, 21km

KES 2,000 (participants), KES 500 (spectators)

Platcorp Foundation, in partnership with Nondescripts Rugby Club

nrfc@platcorpfoundation.com

www.platcorpgroup.com/foundation/ngong-forest-run

@nrfchallenge Facebook

www.platcorpgroup.com/foundation/ngong-forest-run

Registration closes Monday, 31st August 2026. Mobile money payments accepted directly through the online registration portal.

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Event Highlights

The inaugural edition of a new family-friendly race set in Ngong Road Forest and Ngong Racecourse

Proceeds support long-term conservation of Ngong Road Forest

Championing youth through a partnership with Nondescripts Rugby Club

Three categories: 5km Family Run, 10km Fun Run, and 21km Half Marathon

Live entertainment and refreshments at the finish

Running For

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Conservation, Community, and Wellness

Supporting the long-term conservation of Ngong Road Forest, championing youth development through Nondescripts Rugby Club, and encouraging healthy lifestyles by bringing communities together.

via Platcorp Holdings Limited

Race Fees

Category	Fee	Status
21 KM Half Marathon Arrival 6:00am, assembly 7:30am, start 8:00am. Hydration stations at km 3, 8, 13, 18. Includes entry ticket, hydration, exclusive T-shirt, finisher medal, entertainment, and refreshments.	KES 2,000	Available
10 KM Fun Run Arrival 7:00am, assembly 8:30am, start 9:00am. Hydration stations at km 3 and 8. Includes entry ticket, hydration, exclusive T-shirt, finisher medal, entertainment, and refreshments.	KES 2,000	Available
5 KM Family Run Arrival 8:00am, assembly 9:30am, start 10:00am. Hydration station at km 3. Includes entry ticket, hydration, exclusive T-shirt, finisher medal, entertainment, and refreshments.	KES 2,000	Available
Spectator Entry Spectators can enter the grounds but must receive wristbands at the entrance on race day. Gates open for spectators at 7:00am.	KES 500	Available
Tailgate Package For up to 5 persons max.	KES 7,500	Available

What's Included

Entry ticket

Hydration station access

Exclusive event T-shirt

Finisher medal

Entertainment

Refreshments

Race Distances

5km

10km

21km

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Event Schedule

6:00 AM21km Half Marathon - Arrival

7:30 AM21km Half Marathon - Assembly

8:00 AM21km Half Marathon - Start

7:00 AM10km Fun Run - Arrival

8:30 AM10km Fun Run - Assembly

9:00 AM10km Fun Run - Start

8:00 AM5km Family Run - Arrival

9:30 AM5km Family Run - Assembly

10:00 AM5km Family Run - Start

T-Shirt & Race Pack Pickup

Collect your pack at the Ngong Race Course registration area. You will require your e-ticket.

Wednesday 16th Sept: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM & 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Thursday 17th Sept: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM & 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Friday 18th Sept: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

There is no bib collection on Saturday (race day).

Course Details

Races begin and end at Ngong Racecourse, running through Ngong Road Forest. Hydration stations are positioned at km 3 for all categories, with additional stations at km 8 (10km and 21km) and km 13 and km 18 (21km only). A final station at the finish line provides water and snacks. Changing tents are available at the venue, but there are no shower facilities.