On 25 January 2026 the event starts early morning (≈ 5:00 AM) with the 21 km Half Marathon, followed by the 10 km timed race and a non-timed 5 km run. It’s organised under the SBI Green Marathon brand in partnership with Radio Mirchi, with a focus on environmental sustainability. Features include organic race shirts, plantable bibs for the 5 km runners, eco-friendly waste management, and biodegradable materials for race day. It’s held on city roads in Chennai, mostly flat and fast, designed to be accessible for both competitive and casual runners alike.
Races
The 5 km non-timed run is part of the same SBI Green Marathon Chennai event on 25 January 2026, organized by the same team in Chennai. It begins around 7:00 AM, is open to all ages (from 5 years upwards), and includes eco-friendly race features like plantable bibs and organic race-kit options.
Also under SBI & Mirchi/ENIL, the 10 km timed race will be held on 25 January 2026 in Chennai, with a 6:00 AM start. Designed for intermediate runners, it shares much of the larger event’s setup but at a shorter distance, combining performance and inclusivity.
Organized by State Bank of India (SBI) in collaboration with Mirchi/ENIL, the 21 km timed Half Marathon is set for Sunday, 25 January 2026 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, starting at 5:00 AM IST. The route is a road-course (venue to be announced) that gives runners a certified, competitive distance with full event infrastructure and a green, sustainability theme.
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FAQs
What is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
How long is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
Where does the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
How can I prepare for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
The 5 km non-timed run is part of the same SBI Green Marathon Chennai event on 25 January 2026, organized by the same team in Chennai. It begins around 7:00 AM, is open to all ages (from 5 years upwards), and includes eco-friendly race features like plantable bibs and organic race-kit options.
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km is 5km long.
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km takes place in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Runna classifies the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
The 5 km non-timed run is part of the same SBI Green Marathon Chennai event on 25 January 2026, organized by the same team in Chennai. It begins around 7:00 AM, is open to all ages (from 5 years upwards), and includes eco-friendly race features like plantable bibs and organic race-kit options.
How long is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km is 5km long.
Where does the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km take place?
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km takes place in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the elevation gain of the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
Runna classifies the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
How long is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
Where does the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
How can I prepare for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
Also under SBI & Mirchi/ENIL, the 10 km timed race will be held on 25 January 2026 in Chennai, with a 6:00 AM start. Designed for intermediate runners, it shares much of the larger event’s setup but at a shorter distance, combining performance and inclusivity.
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km is 10km long.
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km takes place in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Runna classifies the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
Also under SBI & Mirchi/ENIL, the 10 km timed race will be held on 25 January 2026 in Chennai, with a 6:00 AM start. Designed for intermediate runners, it shares much of the larger event’s setup but at a shorter distance, combining performance and inclusivity.
How long is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km is 10km long.
Where does the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km take place?
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km takes place in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the elevation gain of the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
Runna classifies the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
How long is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
Where does the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
Organized by State Bank of India (SBI) in collaboration with Mirchi/ENIL, the 21 km timed Half Marathon is set for Sunday, 25 January 2026 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, starting at 5:00 AM IST. The route is a road-course (venue to be announced) that gives runners a certified, competitive distance with full event infrastructure and a green, sustainability theme.
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon is 21km long.
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon takes place in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Runna classifies the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
Organized by State Bank of India (SBI) in collaboration with Mirchi/ENIL, the 21 km timed Half Marathon is set for Sunday, 25 January 2026 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, starting at 5:00 AM IST. The route is a road-course (venue to be announced) that gives runners a certified, competitive distance with full event infrastructure and a green, sustainability theme.
How long is the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon take place?
The SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon takes place in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the elevation gain of the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the SBI Green Marathon Chennai Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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