LSR Colombo Marathon

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka

Date: 4 October, 2026

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Sri Lanka well known as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean" is fast developing in to an ideal destination for recreational activities. Its tropical weather, white sandy beaches, and warm waters of the Indian Ocean, numerous inland waterways, picturesque  landscapes, and challenging natural terrain - all contribute in making it one of the finest recreational destinations in Asia.    

Latest to be added on to the long list of activities could be done in the island is Marathon Running. 

In the horizon is the LSR International Marathon - now known as the COLOMBO MARATHON. 

It was very pleasing to note that more than 8500 runners including more than 300 foreigners from 46 countries representing all continents faced the starter at the 17th Edition of the series which was held on the 08th of October, 2017. There were more than 800 support staff who worked tirelessly and contributed towards the success of this event.

If you would prefer to search on hotels located closer to the start/finish area, click on the Event Website button to find these details. You can then type the address information into the location field of the map below, to find accommodation closer to the start finish. The location field is the top red bar on the map below.