Great Ethiopian Run
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.
Course Type
Loop
Elevation Gain
150m
Typical Weather
Post-rainy season, 12-22°C (54-72°F), clear skies and dry
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