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Chennai moves
forward.

A city on the move is a city that thrives. Whether you walk, jog or race, there’s a 3K to 21K distance with your name on it.

Race day13SUN · DEC 2026CHENNAI, INDIAVAMOS × KYN
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RACE DAY · VENUEGovernment Medical College MLA Hostel
Anna Salai, Triplicane, Chennai 600002
Open location in Maps ↗
Decorative venue graphic; official course routes will be published separately.
₹17LTotal prize pool
Top 8Prizes in every category
4Distances · 3K to 21K
0Days to race day
01 / The marathon

A city on the move is a city that thrives.

Whether you walk, jog or race, there’s a 3K to 21K distance with your name on it. VAMOS x KYN brings runners, first-timers, families and finish-line chasers together for one electric Sunday.

The big run
₹17 LAKH

Chennai’s running prize pool, spread across Open and Masters categories. Run for your moment, then stay for the city.

21K / OPEN
₹10L₹5L each for men and women · prizes through 8th
10K / OPEN
₹4L₹2L each for men and women · prizes through 8th
5K / OPEN
₹1L₹50K each for men and women · prizes through 8th
MASTERS / 35+ & 45+
₹2L₹1L for each age group across 5K, 10K and 21K
02 / Race-day energy

Not just a race.
A Sunday festival.

GlitterTattoosShoe charmsDJ
Race-day highlights
Runners joining a Zumba warm-up at the VAMOS x KYN race-day stage

Warm up, but make it Zumba

Get your heart pumping and your legs loose before the race begins.

Runners celebrating with music and confetti at the VAMOS x KYN finish-line stage

Finish with a beat drop

The race ends, the party begins.

Runner getting face glitter applied at the Chennai Marathon

Glow up before the gun

Face painting, glitter and temporary tattoos for every age. Come plain, leave sparkling.

A family of runners posing for a keepsake photo at the Chennai Marathon photo booth

Frame the memory

Strike a pose at the photo booth and leave with a family keepsake.

Runners choosing colorful shoe charms at the VAMOS x KYN shoe charm bar

Shoe charm bar

Add a personal touch with charms for your running shoes.

Runners receiving finisher giveaways at the VAMOS x KYN recovery zone

Take-home treats

Cross the line and pick up a giveaway made just for finishers.

Race director Sivabalan, featured on the VAMOS x KYN marathon poster
03 / Race director

Every great run starts with a reason.

“Running took me from a single starting line to a bigger dream: creating an experience that gets Chennai moving together.”

Sivabalan / Race Director, VAMOS

04 / Your start line

Choose your distance. Find your pace.

Choose your start line, find your pace. Check the event listing for registration details.

05 / Corporate booking

Bring your team.

VAMOS Run Club team gathered in matching club shirtsCorporate bookings · VAMOS 2026

Companies are already registering their teams. Book in bulk for your team or your whole company.

Bring colleagues, build team spirit and take over the start line together.

Enquire for your company ↗
08 / Brands & partners

Put your brand
at the start line

  • Title & presenting
  • Hydration & nutrition
  • Apparel & gear
  • Experience zones
  • Medical & recovery
Partner with us ↗
VAMOS has collaborated with

Previous collaborators shown above. 2026 event partnerships will be announced by the organisers.

09 / FAQs

Good to know.

Race day & BIBs

What are the reporting and flag-off times for 3K, 5K Fun Run, 5K Timed, 10K and 21K?

Reporting and flag-off times will be announced closer to race day.

Where can participants park on race day?

Parking details will be shared before the event.

When and where will BIB collection take place?

BIB collection details will be announced by the organizers.

Will there be BIB collection or spot registration on race day?

Race-day BIB collection and spot registration details are yet to be confirmed.

Are there cut-off times for 5K Timed, 10K and 21K?

Cut-off times will be announced closer to race day.

Can I change my race category after registering?

Category-change requests are subject to the organizers’ policy; please contact the event team.

Race kit & finish line

What will be included in the race kit?

Race-kit contents will be shared by the organizers before the event.

Will participants receive a T-shirt in all race categories?

T-shirt availability by category is yet to be confirmed.

Will all participants receive a finisher medal?

Medal eligibility will be confirmed by the organizers.

Will participants receive a finisher certificate / e-certificate?

Certificate details will be announced by the organizers.

Will refreshments or breakfast be provided after the run?

Post-run refreshments and breakfast details are yet to be confirmed.

Will medical and physiotherapy support be available during the event?

Event-day medical and recovery support details will be shared closer to race day.

Participation & prizes

Can children participate in the 3K or 5K Fun Run?

Age requirements for the Fun Run will be confirmed by the organizers.

Are there separate age categories for prize distribution?

Yes. The published prize information includes Masters age groups 35+ and 45+.

How will the ₹17 lakh prize pool be distributed across categories and age groups?

₹10L for 21K, ₹4L for 10K, ₹1L for 5K, and ₹2L across Masters age groups. Open-race prizes are split equally between men and women; the site lists prizes through 8th place.

Is traditional wear compulsory for the 3K/5K Fun Run?

Dress guidance for the Fun Run is yet to be confirmed.

Can families and groups participate together in the 3K/5K Fun Run?

Group participation arrangements and registration requirements will be confirmed by the organizers.

What activities will be available for 3K/5K participants apart from the run?

Race-day highlights include a Zumba warm-up, DJ, glitter and tattoos, a photo booth, shoe charms and finisher giveaways.

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