Niğde Half Marathon
Run Through History, Nature and Culture!
Participation Requirements
The Niğde Half Marathon is a road running event featuring the 21K Half Marathon, 10K Road Race and 5K Public Run.
| Age | Eligible Distances | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 7–15 | 5K | Parental or legal guardian consent required |
| 16–17 | 5K and 10K | Parental or legal guardian consent required |
| 18 and over | 5K, 10K and 21K | Open for participation |
Medical Certificate and Athlete Licence
Participants must hold either a medical certificate issued within the 12 months preceding the race date, confirming that there is no medical condition preventing them from participating in the event, or a valid athlete licence approved by the relevant Athletics, Triathlon, Mountaineering, Orienteering or Cycling Federation.
Participants who do not have a valid medical certificate or athlete licence may take part by completing and signing the participation waiver provided by the organiser during race kit collection.
Registration
Registration for all races is processed through the online registration system of the Turkish Athletics Federation. Please use the direct link for the race you wish to enter.
Having a Problem With Registration?
For any questions or issues regarding the registration system, payment, registration confirmation or the TAF registration portal, please contact the Turkish Athletics Federation directly.
Only officially registered participants may take part in the races. Each registration is personal and non-transferable. Another person may not compete using a registered participant's entry.
Each race distance is subject to a maximum participant capacity. Registration may close before the stated deadline once the relevant capacity is reached.
Registration Fees
1 September – 30 September 2026
| Race | Entry Fee | TAF Insurance | TAF Participation Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21K Half Marathon | 400 TL | 100 TL | 100 TL | 600 TL |
| 10K Road Race | 200 TL | 100 TL | 100 TL | 400 TL |
| 5K Public Run | 0 TL | 100 TL | 100 TL | 200 TL |
Included in the Entry Fee
Prize Money
The prize amounts below apply separately to the women's and men's categories.
| Category | 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21K Overall Classification | 6,000 TL | 4,000 TL | 2,000 TL |
| 21K Age Groups | 4,000 TL | 3,000 TL | 2,000 TL |
| 10K Overall Classification | 6,000 TL | 4,000 TL | 2,000 TL |
| 5K Overall Classification | 3,000 TL | 2,000 TL | 1,000 TL |
Finisher Medal and Awards Ceremony
All participants who complete their race within the applicable time limit and in accordance with the race rules will receive a finisher medal.
Awards Ceremony: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 13:30 – Niğde City Centre
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