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Great Ethiopian Run

Location Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Distance 10K
Date November 22, 2026 in 109 days
Elevation Gain 150m hilliest of 14 similar races
Course TypeLoop Typical WeatherPost-rainy season, 12-22°C (54-72°F), clear skies and dry WebsiteVisit Website →

Africa's biggest road race and the world's highest-altitude major 10K, with 45,000 runners flooding the streets of Addis Ababa at 2,400m elevation for a carnival-like celebration of Ethiopian running culture.

What Makes This Race Special

  • Africa's biggest road race
  • 45,000 runners
  • 2,400m altitude — world's highest major 10K
  • 25th anniversary edition in 2026
  • Meskel Square start/finish
  • Ethiopian running legend atmosphere