Gulf Bank 642 Marathon

The Gulf Bank 642 Marathon is Kuwait’s largest internationally accredited road race, held annually in Kuwait City, Kuwait. It offers a marathon, half marathon, 10 km, and 5 km categories that take runners past iconic city landmarks including Kuwait Towers, the Grand Mosque, and historic souqs, blending athletic challenge with cultural scenery. Recognized by World Athletics and listed with the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), it attracts elite runners and thousands of participants from across the region and around the world, making it a highlight of Kuwait’s sporting calendar.