Description
Harare Norton Marathon 2026
The Harare Norton Marathon 2026 is one of Zimbabwe’s premier road running events organised by RIOT Zimbabwe Running Club. The race will be held on Sunday, 27 September 2026 at Rera Bar & Grill, Harare, Zimbabwe.
Whether you are chasing a personal best, running your first race or qualifying for an ultra-marathon, the Harare Norton Marathon offers a professionally organised event with accurate RFID timing, fully marshalled routes, hydration stations, medical support and an exciting race atmosphere.
The marathon attracts elite athletes, club runners, social runners and beginners from across Zimbabwe and beyond.
Official Marathon Qualifier
The 42.2 km Full Marathon is an official qualifying race for both the Comrades Marathon and the Two Oceans Marathon, giving runners an opportunity to record an official qualifying time on a measured marathon course.
Race Distances
- 🏃 5 km Fun Run
- 🏃 10 km Road Race
- 🏃 21.1 km Half Marathon
- 🏅 42.2 km Full Marathon (Official Comrades & Two Oceans Qualifier)
Event Information
| Date | Sunday, 27 September 2026 |
| Venue | Rera Bar & Grill, Harare, Zimbabwe |
| Organiser | RIOT Zimbabwe Running Club |
| Timing | Professional RFID Chip Timing |
| Distances | 5 km • 10 km • 21.1 km • 42.2 km |
| Qualification | Comrades Marathon & Two Oceans Marathon |
Official Route Maps & GPX Downloads
Study the official Harare Norton Marathon routes before race day. Every route can be viewed online using our interactive maps or downloaded to Garmin, COROS, Polar, Suunto and other compatible GPS devices.
5 km Fun Run
Distance: 5.07 km
Elevation Gain: ≈30 metres
Official Route Map
10 km Road Race
Distance: 10.11 km
Elevation Gain: ≈57 metres
Official Route Map
21.1 km Half Marathon
Distance: 21.21 km
Elevation Gain: ≈113 metres
Official Route Map
42.2 km Full Marathon
Distance: 42.25 km
Elevation Gain: ≈188 metres
This course is an official qualifier for both the Comrades Marathon and the Two Oceans Marathon.
Official Route Map
Your Entry Includes
- Professional RFID chip timing
- Official race bib
- Hydration stations
- Medical support
- Official online results
- Finisher medal
- Personal race history in your RIOT Runner Dashboard
- Downloadable race certificate after results are published
Important Route Notice
Routes may be adjusted due to traffic management, roadworks or safety requirements. Participants must always follow official race-day signage, marshals and instructions from race officials.
Register Today
Join runners from across Zimbabwe for one of the country’s fastest growing road races. Secure your place today and experience professional race organisation from RIOT Zimbabwe Running Club.
Movement Musasiwa –
A very interesting but challenging race which will test your endurance and determination. It’s a MUST do race however.