Shahdag Running Fest / 2025

The "Shahdag Running Fest" is an annual trail running event held at the Shahdag Mountain Resort in Azerbaijan. In 2025, it took place on July 12-13. The festival features races of various distances, including 53 km, 27 km, and 9 km, as well as a "Vertical Run" and "Fun Run". The event attracts amateur athletes from around the world and concludes with an award ceremony and entertainment program. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Location: Shahdag Mountain Resort, Azerbaijan. Dates: July 12-13, 2025. Distances: 53 km, 27 km, 9 km, Vertical Run, Fun Run. Participants: Approximately 600 athletes from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Türkiye, Georgia, Pakistan, Kuwait, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and Austria, according to AzerNews. Organization: Supported by the Union of Turkic-Speaking States' Ski Resorts and organized by the Shahdag Tourism Center. Activities: In addition to the races, there's an entertaining program, concert, and camping opportunities.