MARATHON
PRE EVENTS
Campus Run
The Campus Run is a vibrant pre-event held across various campuses in Kozhikode, offering students an exciting opportunity to experience the marathon spirit ahead of race day. These short-distance runs promote fitness, encourage participation, and build momentum among young runners, while also helping organizers connect with students and inspire them to join the upcoming Half Marathon.
Open Mic
Open Mic Night served as an engaging pre-event for marathon participants from IIM Kozhikode, creating a relaxed platform for organizers and runners to connect ahead of race day. The event encouraged creativity, camaraderie, and interaction, helping participants unwind and mentally prepare for the upcoming Half Marathon.
Midnight Run
The Midnight Run serves as a pre-race warm-up event for all participants from IIM Kozhikode, providing an opportunity for marathon organizers to connect with runners before the race day. This unique event offers participants a chance to familiarize themselves with race routines and prepare for the half Marathon.
RIOT
RIOT (Running Is Our Therapy) is a lively pre-event held within the IIM Kozhikode campus, offering students a break from their academic routines. It features competitive games where student groups compete for the championship cup, fostering camaraderie and team spirit among participants.
Heritage Walk
The Heritage Walk was a special pre-event where participants explored Kozhikode’s key heritage sites through a guided walk. Aligned with the theme Words in Motion, it blended culture, history, and storytelling, offering a deeper appreciation of the city’s literary and historical legacy while building excitement for the marathon.
Race Day
Every year, runners, both national and international, converge in large numbers to participate in and witness the spectacular event. The races spanning 3km, 10km, and 21km are meticulously organized along the picturesque beach of Kozhikode, drawing athletes and spectators alike from far and wide.
Cycle Rally
110 Cyclist rallied through the streets of Kozhikode on a beautiful Sunday , with riders holding banners and waving flags. Cycle Rally was organized in association with Team Malabar Riders, Malabar Cycle Riders, and Calicut Pedallers in the Calicut city covering a distance of 10km.
Decathlon Pre Run
Calciut Half Marathon in association with Decathlon Sports, Kozhikode, organized a pre-race run as a warm up from all the participants. This was an opportunity for the marathon to reach out to our runners before the race day. Participants are briefed on the various routines and guided on how to prepare for the half marathon.
Walk The Talk
As a prelude to the 10th edition of the Calicut Half Marathon. IIMK organized a Walk The Talk event in association with Niravu from the CSI Cathedral, Mananchira. The event was a morning walk promoting the historical significance of various landmarks of the city. Environmental activist T Shobeendran inaugurated the event. He spoke at length about the importance of physical activity.
Kite Festival
The Kite Festival, is generally held at Kozhikode Beach, serves as a captivating attraction to draw attention to the forthcoming marathon. Its vibrant ambiance and scenic setting make it an ideal platform to engage the crowd and generate excitement about the upcoming event.
Flash Mob
IIM Kozhikode students organize a yearly Flash mob at malls and the beach in Kozhikode to promote the Calicut Half Marathon. The event aims to engage the community and build excitement for the upcoming race through lively performances. It serves as a dynamic precursor to the marathon, enticing participants and supporters to join in the celebrated athletic event.