Virtual Palestine Marathon
Hands of Light Society - University of Southampton
π Southampton joins the global movement.
Alongside the 10th edition of the Palestine Marathon taking place in Bethlehem on April 17, 2026, we invite you to join the Virtual Palestine Marathon in Southampton π΅πΈπββοΈ
The Palestine Marathon Virtual Race offers runners around the world the opportunity to participate regardless of borders or travel restrictions imposed on some countries, particularly Arab countries, which often prevent runners, supporters, and international participants from attending and taking part in person.
This virtual race allows participants from across the globe to run from their own locations, making the event a powerful collective act that embodies the spirit of solidarity.
Through participation in the Palestine Marathon Virtual Race, we invite runners who are unable to reach Palestine to run wherever they are as an expression of standing with Palestine, promoting the values of freedom of movement, resilience, and unity through sport. Participants are also encouraged to raise their national flags alongside the Palestinian flag, join a global community that carries the message of Palestine across borders, and run for for freedom, dignity, and the fundamental human right to freedom of movement.
Participants in Southampton can take part locally by following the city route as part of this global event.
We will be hosting the virtual race locally with 5km, 10km, and 21km options at 12pm on Sunday 19th April. Please dm is if you would like to register. (PS MEDALS ARE ALMOST SOLD OUT DM US ASAP IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ORDER ONE)
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