Trail Run
Blue Ribbon Sweater Weather Trail Run 2026 - Jamhuri Day Edition
Saturday, 12 December 2026
7:30 AM
Distances: 5k, 10k, 15k, 21k
About: Lace up and embrace the chill. This Jamhuri Day, trade the city noise for scenic trail views at MyLily Gardens in Tigoni-Limuru, with distance options of 5km, 10km, 15km, …moreShow less
About: Lace up and embrace the chill. This Jamhuri Day, trade the city noise for scenic trail views at MyLily Gardens in Tigoni-Limuru, with distance options of 5km, 10km, 15km, or 21km.
About: Lace up and embrace the chill. This Jamhuri Day, trade the city noise for scenic trail views at MyLily Gardens in Tigoni-Limuru, with distance options of 5km, 10km, 15km, or 21km.
7:30 AM
5km, 10km, 15km, 21km · Calculate pace
KES 3,450
Blue Ribbon Actives
0739842420→blueribbonke@gmail.com
Register Now
www.blueribbon.or.ke/events/sweater-weather-run-2026-jamhuri-day-edition
Entries are capped to ensure a great trail experience, and registration closes once the slots are gone.
Coming up
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Saturday morning
Race-specific training phase.
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Train at or near goal pace. Practice your race nutrition and, if you can, get a long session in on similar terrain.
Event Highlights
A Jamhuri Day trail run through the cool Tigoni-Limuru highlands
Four distances: 5km, 10km, 15km, and 21km
Entries are capped to protect the trail experience, and registration closes once slots run out
Festive Santa cap and neck buff included alongside the finisher's medal
Hot breakfast snacks after the run
Race Fees
| Category | Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|
Standard Entry Choice of 5km, 10km, 15km, or 21km. Includes a fully supported run, official finisher's medal, hot breakfast snacks, festive Santa cap and neck buff. | KES 3,450 | Available |
What's Included
Fully supported run
Official finisher's medal
Hot breakfast snacks
Festive Santa cap
Neck buff
Race Distances
5km
10km
15km
21km
Pace Calculator
Course Details
A trail run starting at MyLily Gardens on Kiambu Road, Limuru, with 5km, 10km, 15km, and 21km options. The route is fully supported. Limuru's highland climate is cool, so dress in layers for the early start.
Getting There
MyLily Gardens is on Kiambu Road, Limuru, approximately 40.1km from Nairobi CBD, around 56 minutes via the A8 depending on traffic (this route includes tolls). From the CBD, take Moi Avenue to Uhuru Highway/A104, follow the A8 toward Kamandura-Mai Mahiu-Narok Road/B3 and exit in Kiambu County, then take Kabuku Link Road and Kiambu Road to the venue.
Open in MapsDid You Know?
🌍Jamhuri Day is observed every 12 December as a public holiday in Kenya, marking independence in 1963 and the declaration of the republic in 1964.
🌍The Sweater Weather Run held in Limuru in July 2026 sold out.
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Register Now
www.blueribbon.or.ke/events/sweater-weather-run-2026-jamhuri-day-edition
Entries are capped to ensure a great trail experience, and registration closes once the slots are gone.
Coming up
6 weeks to go
Saturday morning
Race-specific training phase.
Add to calendar
Train at or near goal pace. Practice your race nutrition and, if you can, get a long session in on similar terrain.
7:30 AM
5km, 10km, 15km, 21km · Calculate pace
KES 3,450
Blue Ribbon Actives
0739842420→blueribbonke@gmail.com