In partnership with Friends of Karura and Team Jasho we are excited to launch the 2025 Friends of Karura race series. Usually held on the third Sunday of the month, our 5km/10km series is the ideal way to keep motivated and develop a group of running peers around your own pace.
Held in the beautiful surroundings of Karura Forest, the series also includes a 2.75km kids event. Each race is chip-timed so you can track your progress across the year.
The series is split into two seasons of five races, each with its own medal. This year we are offering registration for each season, as well as a discounted full-year registration.
What is the series schedule? Except for the months indicated, events start at 8:00am on the third Sunday of the month. The provisional dates for 2025 are:
Where are the races? All races are in Karura Forest Block A. The routes start on the Middle Track close to marker number 12, and finish below Amani Gardens
What is the entry fee? Adults are encouraged to enter the 5km or 10km series, whilst the 2.75km 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 these aren't included in the entry fee. However, if you are joining the series for the first time, you will be able to purchase a t-shirt at the events for Ksh 500
Can I enter a single race? No, entry is only open for a full season (5 races) or the full year (10 races).
Are the races timed? The races are chip timed and results and photos are published on this page the following day. Season rankings are also calculated based on average times across the season
Will there be supervision for kids? Any child participating in the 2.75km event should be able to complete the distance and wait independently for parent runners. There will be race marshals at the finish line to assist child runners as they wait for a parent to complete the 5km or 10km course
Contact Information: If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact the team on 0711892032 or [email protected]
Entires for our January to May 2025 season are sold out. A registration link for season 2 will be available here from 19th May.
By registering you agree to our race indemnity and general terms. Once you've entered, feel free to check out our participant brief for additional race day information.
Race 1: https://results.sporthive.com/events/7231205882430947840 (Photos)
Race 2: https://results.sporthive.com/events/7241339733220316416 (Photos)
Race 3: https://results.sporthive.com/events/7254068371398727936 (Photos)
Race 4: https://results.sporthive.com/events/7264145601595317248 (Photos)
Race 5: https://results.sporthive.com/events/7264145601595317248 (Photos)
For results from previous series click here
