Everest Marathon is an International High Altitude Adventure Sports Event held on May 29 every year from Mt. Everest Base Camp crisscrossing the high Sherpa trails of Khumbu valley. This event celebrates the historical successful ascent of Mt. Everest by Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary on 29th May 1953.
The 2026 edition is the 21st edition of this magnificent event, to celebrate the 73rd anniversary of the successful ascent of Mount Everest by Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary. Runners from everywhere in the world can take part in their desired categories comprising of 70 km (UTEM) Extreme Ultra, 42.195 km (Full Marathon), and 21 km (Half Marathon).
Runners from all walks of life take part in this event – from highly professionals to new runners. Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon is not just a running event – it is truly an Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience.