Bonny Island Marathon 2026

Run the island. Own the moment.

Run #RunWithRoyalty

Bonny Island Marathon is where endurance meets culture — uniting runners and communities through a world-class race experience in Nigeria’s most vibrant island destination.

Event Statistics

50K+

Participants

50M+

Prizes

10K+

Kilometers

20+

A run FitFor Royalty.

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Blog & Articles

Official Press Release

Bonny Island Marathon 2025 Set to Welcome Over 5,000 Runners as President Tinubu opens Historic Bonny–Bodo Road

The Local Organizing Committee of the Bonny Island Marathon (BIM) has confirmed full readiness to host the 8th edition of the Bonny Island Marathon this Saturday, December 20, 2025, as the Island prepares to welcome over 5,000 runners, tourists...

Press Release

Bonny Island Marathon opens registration for 2025, Secures Official Endorsements from Key Community Stakeholders

Bonny Island, Rivers State, Nigeria – June 25, 2025 — The Bonny Island Marathon (BIM) Local Organizing Committee is pleased to announce the opening of registration for the 2025 edition starting today, June 25 till the end of November 2025.

BIM

Bonny Island Marathon 2024: New Theme, Expanded Prizes, and a Push for International Label Status

Bonny Island, Rivers State, Nigeria, July 18, 2024 – The Bonny Island Marathon proudly announces the theme for its 2024 edition: 'Own Your Legacy'. This year’s campaign aims to inspire individuals to take control of their destinies, make impactful decisions, and leave a lasting positive legacy, all while emphasizing personal growth and celebrating achievements during one’s lifetime.