Defence Warriors Marathon 2026

Defence Warriors Marathon 2026 is a prestigious patriotic running event in Delhi Cantonment, New Delhi, bringing together runners, fitness enthusiasts, defence aspirants, families and citizens to celebrate fitness, discipline, courage and national pride. Organized by DDAF / Fitistan – DDAF ORG, the event offers 21K, 10K, 5K and 3K race categories, along with race-day support, professional photography, refreshments and a vibrant patriotic atmosphere.

Run for Nation. Run with Pride. 

Event Overview

Event: Defence Warriors Marathon 2026

Location: Delhi Cantonment, New Delhi

Date: Friday, 30 October 2026

Venue: Cariappa Parade Ground, Delhi Cantonment, New Delhi

Event Time: 6:00 AM onwards

Organizer: DDAF / Fitistan – DDAF ORG

Race Distance: 21K, 10K, 5K and 3K

Event Type: Road Running / Patriotic Fitness Event

Choose Your Challenge

Half Marathon 21K

Distance: 21 KM

Format: Timed competitive race

Entry Fee: ₹740

Minimum Age: 18+ years

Category: Individual Timed Run

10K Timed Run

Distance: 10 KM

Format: Timed competitive race

Entry Fee: ₹620

Minimum Age: 16+ years

Category: Individual Timed Run

5K Fun Run

Distance: 5 KM

Format: Fun / Participation Run

Entry Fee: ₹549

Minimum Age: 12+ years

Category: Individual Participation

3K Fun Run

Distance: 3 KM

Format: Fun / Participation Run

Entry Fee: ₹420

Minimum Age: 10+ years

Category: Individual Participation

Registration Fees

21K Half Marathon: ₹740

10K Timed Run: ₹620

5K Fun Run: ₹549

3K Fun Run: ₹420

Registration is subject to availability and organizer terms. Current event listings show prices starting from ₹420.

Early / Promotional Discount

Use Code: DDAFOUM

Validity: 15 September 2026

The promotional code is listed by the organizer for the event.

Race-Day Schedule

Event Date: Friday, 30 October 2026

Flag-off: 6:00 AM onwards

21K Half Marathon: Timing to be confirmed

10K Timed Run: Timing to be confirmed

5K Fun Run: Timing to be confirmed

3K Fun Run: Timing to be confirmed

Participants should arrive early for race preparation, security checks and event formalities.

What Participants Receive

For 21K & 10K

Special Edition Dry-Fit Race T-shirt

Official Race Bib

Finisher / Achiever's Medal

E-Certificate

Timed Race Certificate for 10K participants

Refreshments

Hot Breakfast

Hydration Support

Route Support

Goodie Bag

Prizes & Rewards

Professional Race Photos

Personalized Video Reel

Medical & Ambulance Support

For 5K & 3K

Special Edition Dry-Fit Race T-shirt

Official Race Bib

Finisher / Achiever's Medal

E-Certificate

Refreshments

Hot Breakfast

Hydration Support

Route Support

Goodie Bag

Professional Race Photos

Medical Support

Race-Day Experience

Defence Warriors Marathon is designed to provide a high-energy and patriotic experience for experienced runners, fitness enthusiasts, defence aspirants and families.

Patriotic running atmosphere

Professional race timing

Fitness-focused race experience

Hydration and route support

Music and event activities

Professional race photography

Personalized video reel

Post-run refreshments

Hot breakfast

Medical and ambulance support

Goodie bags and rewards

Community-focused running environment

Race-Day Facilities

The event provides essential facilities and support for participants.

Water and hydration support

Medical assistance

Ambulance support

Route support

Event volunteers

Refreshments

Hot breakfast

Professional photography

Route guidance

Race-day participant support

Participants should follow the organizer's final instructions regarding parking, baggage, security and other venue arrangements.

Event Venue

Cariappa Parade Ground

Delhi Cantonment

New Delhi, Delhi, India

The venue is located in the Delhi Cantonment area and is listed as the official event venue for Defence Warriors Marathon 2026.

Event Expo / Bib Collection

Bib & T-Shirt Collection Date: Sunday, 25 October 2026

Time: To be announced

Venue: NCC Unit 1, DNU

Participants are required to collect their race bib and T-shirt before race day according to the organizer's instructions.

Who Can Participate

Defence Warriors Marathon welcomes:

Experienced runners

Amateur runners

First-time runners

Fitness enthusiasts

Defence aspirants

Serving defence community supporters

Running clubs

Students

Families

Corporate teams

Community groups

Participants must satisfy the minimum age requirement for their selected race category.