05km Run For Fun
The 05km run is the shortest race and has attracted the widest participation among runners across different age groups and genders. This race is particularly for fun and is open to everyone ranging from students to elders, armed forces and families stationed at Leh, and tourists who happen to be in Leh during the marathon time.
A Closer Look At The Course
Race Details
DISTANCE
05 km
DATE Saturday
13 September 2025
REPORTING TIME
06:00 hrs
REPORTING PLACE
NDS Memorial Stadium
RACE START TIME
07:30 hrs
AGE LIMIT
Participant should be 12 years or older as on race day
CUT-OFF TIME
NIL
CERTIFICATION
All participants will get a medal
Registration Type & Fee
(Inclusive of 18% GST)
1
Type I (Foreign Nationals)
2
Type II (Indian Nationals – who live outside Ladakh)
3
Type III (Ladakh Residents & serving Indian Defense Personnel )
4
Type IV (Veterans – 52yrs & above) Foreign
5
Type IV (Veterans – 52yrs & above) Indian
BIB Collection
Bibs will be distributed ONLY on Monday 8th September 2025 at NDS Memorial Stadium grounds in Leh. NO BIBS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER THIS DATE. Please ensure your BIB is pinned properly and visible at all times during the entirety of race, failure to do so will result in disqualification.
It is mandatory for participants to collect their bibs in person and are requested to bring out original photo ID.
Getting to the start point
Participants are encouraged to walk to NDS Memorial Stadium located opposite the LAHDC Secretariat in Leh as there will be road closures.
Hydration points & medical support
Beginning with the 8th edition of Ladakh Marathon in 2019, we have made a conscious decision to make this event free of single use plastic. We are thankful to all participants and request for continued support in our effort to reduce the use of plastic and help us in protecting our fragile environment.
01 Hydration & Aid stations providing with:
- Water – refill facility – participants are requested to bring out their own hydration packs and bottles.
Toilets Facilities
Toilet facilities will be only at the holding area.
Course Description
05Km Run For Fun
Starting from the N.D.S. Memorial Stadium the 05km route follows the Marathon course along the Leh-Manali highway till a little before the ITBP camp from where it makes a U-turn and retraces steps to the start point.
