In partnership with Friends of Karura and Team Jasho, we are excited to bring you the Friends of Karura Race Series. Usually held on the third or fourth Sunday of each month, this 5km/10km series is the ideal way to stay motivated and connect with other runners.
Set in the beautiful surroundings of Karura Forest, the series also includes a 3km kids’ event. Each race is chip-timed, allowing you to track your progress across the year.
The series is split into two five-race seasons, with a medal awarded for each season. You can register for a single season or, at the start of the year, take advantage of a discounted full-year entry.
What is the series schedule? Events start at 8:00am, usually on the third or fourth Sunday of the month. Dates for 2026 are:
Where are the races? All races take place in Karura Forest, Block A. We congregate in Amani Gardens (River Cafe car park)
What is the entry fee? Adults are encouraged to enter the 5km or 10km series, while a 3km option is available for children. Entry fees are:
What is included? The entry fee includes: five races per season, forest entry and parking, chip timing, photography, a medal (one per season), and water, fruits and coffee at each event
Series t-shirts: We don’t produce a new t-shirt for each season, so t-shirts are not included in the entry fee. However, if you are joining the series for the first time, you can purchase a series t-shirt at events for Ksh 500
Can I enter a single race? No. Entry is only available for a full season (five races) or the full year (ten races)
Are the races timed? Yes. All races are chip-timed, with results and photos published on this page the following day. Season rankings are calculated based on average times across the season
Will there be supervision for kids? Children entering the 3km event should be able to complete the distance and wait independently for their parent. Race marshals will be present at the finish line to assist children while they wait for parents completing the 5km or 10km courses
Contact Information: If you have any questions, please contact the team on 0711 892 032 or [email protected]
Season 1 (2026) is now full and entries are closed. Registrations for Season 2 will open on 18th May.
Please note that if you join the series through one of our corporate sponsors, we will organise separate team registration links.
All results and photos are now maintained in our results archive.
