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Dhaka 25K

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

Dhaka 25K race photoDhaka
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Alhasanjuwel · CC BY-SA 4.0Md. Ishtiaque Mahmood Rohan, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
Race date in 76 days
Jan 29, 2027 Fri
City · Distance
Dhaka · 25km · 10.3km · 10km +1 more events
Entry fee
BDT 1,599Varies by event and entry period
Status
OpenSee how to enter ↗
Official website ↗Marathon · Dhaka International MarathonD-day as of Nov 14, 2026
Dhaka 25K race photo
Alhasanjuwel · CC BY-SA 4.0
Dhaka 25K race photo
Md. Ishtiaque Mahmood Rohan, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
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Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Dhaka 25K — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

The Dhaka 25K is an AIMS full-member certified race in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with a World Athletics-certified course.

It is organised by Run Bangladesh and has traditionally offered three events around the Hatirjheel Amphitheatre: 25K, 10.3K and 3K.

The next edition is scheduled for January 29, 2027 (Friday).

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

#Dhaka25K#Dhaka#January Marathon#World certified marathon

Dhaka 25K runner reviews and race reports

Stories from runners who've been there.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

No runner reports yet. We'll add them here as they come in.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

Finisher vlog

Fit Bangladesh · Finisher vlog

View on YouTube

This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Dhaka 25K — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

General entry

Online registration via register.runbangladesh.com, two-tier fee structure: early bird (starting March 1, 2026) and general registration (starting March 27).

Official transfers are permitted until May 19, but unofficial transfers (bib transfers) are grounds for disqualification.

Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Dhaka 25K course map and elevation

Your 25km

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

Runners start · local timeFrom 04:00
START

Hatirjheel Amphitheater, Dhaka

Based on past venues, 2027 edition not officially confirmed

Start · Google Maps
FINISH

Hatirjheel, Dhaka

Finish · Google Maps

Cutoff
25K: 4 hours; 10.3K: 1 hour 50 minutes; 3K Kids: 40 minutes

Course is built around the Hatirjheel Amphitheater.

AIMS Certified
Member race of the AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races)
Typical race-season temperature: around 18°C (64°F)
Short sleeves — hydrate for the warmth

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

Hotels1.5km from the start · ★9.1

Where and when to collect your Dhaka 25K race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

Bib pickup

The bib and race kit can be collected only during the designated Expo operating hours.
Without the official bib, entry to course, finisher medal, and finisher certificate is prohibited.
The expo location and schedule, as well as the proxy-collection rules, have not yet been published.

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startNo metro or rail serves the venue.
  • Transit cardBuy a Rapid Pass or MRT Pass rechargeable smart card at any metro station ticket counter — it gives a fare discount and saves you from queuing for single-journey tokens every trip. Foreign bank cards cannot be tapped directly at the gates yet, so bring cash (Taka) for the initial pass purchase and top-ups. Where to buy

Source · checked Aug 22, 2026 · Source · checked Aug 17, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

No metro or rail serves the venue. In recent editions, start/finish was in the Hatirjheel area of Dhaka: Bangladesh Red Crescent Society HQ (Bara Moghbazar) in 2025, and Hatirjheel Bus Stop in 2026 (branded 'Turaag Active Dhaka 25K').

Ride-hailing apps (Uber/Pathao) and CNG auto-rickshaws are the way to reach it. Past editions started between 4:00 and 6:00 am to beat Dhaka traffic.

Race date: Jan 29, 2027.

Getting to the finish

Same Hatirjheel-area location as start (loop course around the lake/road system).

Transit card

Rapid Pass / MRT Pass

Station ticket counters (all lines); Rapid Pass also sold and topped up at Dutch-Bangla Bank (DBBL) branches and DBBL booths at Diabari and Agargaon stations Not accepted at the gates — get the local card above

Single-journey trips use a plastic token with a QR code, bought with cash at counters or vending machines — no tourist multi-day pass currently exists. A 'Universal Ticketing System' allowing tap-to-pay with debit/credit cards has been announced but is not live yet as of this research.

Rapid Pass/MRT Pass require an initial payment (reported around ৳400-500, including a refundable deposit) and are valid for years, so even short-term visitors doing several rides can benefit.

Where to buy
Source · checked Aug 22, 2026Source · checked Aug 17, 2026
READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

Early bird registration March 1-26, 2026 at 1599 BDT; regular fee 1799 BDT.

Race starts 4:00 AM.

Times are local to Dhaka. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Ascott The Residence - Baridhara, Dhaka

Accommodation · 691m · 10-minute walk

7.6/10(14)
View on Booking.com

Hotels near the Dhaka 25K start line in Dhaka

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start/finish area.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

The start and finish are in the same place
We picked stays around that one spot.

Ascott The Residence - Baridhara, Dhaka

Accommodation · 691m · 10-minute walk

7.6/10(14)
View on Booking.com

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Trip.comClosest to the start lineView on Trip.com
Eating well is part of the tripA meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.View on mapSeeing Dhaka with the medal onThe city you ran — this time, a little slower.View on map

Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Experiences, food and sights are travel products in Dhaka.

Flights, hotels, airport transfers and budget for Dhaka 25K

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Dhaka 25K

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

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Frequently asked questions about Dhaka 25K

FAQ
When does Dhaka 25K 2027 take place?

It takes place on Fri, January 29, 2027 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

How do I register for Dhaka 25K 2027?

Entry routes: General entry. Registration is handled on the official website.

How much is the Dhaka 25K 2027 entry fee?

The main event costs BDT 1,599.

What distances does Dhaka 25K 2027 offer?

10K.

What time does Dhaka 25K 2027 start?

The race starts at 04:00.

Where does Dhaka 25K 2027 start?

Hatirjheel Amphitheater, Dhaka.

What is the Dhaka 25K 2027 course like?

Course is built around the Hatirjheel Amphitheater.

Where does Dhaka 25K 2027 finish?

Hatirjheel, Dhaka.

What are the Dhaka 25K 2027 cutoff times?

25K: 4 hours; 10.3K: 1 hour 50 minutes; 3K Kids: 40 minutes.

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