Access Lagos City Marathon

The Access Lagos City Marathon takes runners through Nigeria's bustling coastal city on February 14th, 2026. Lagos offers the energy and chaos of a major African metropolis, where colonial architecture sits alongside modern developments and the Atlantic provides a constant reminder of the city's maritime character. The race route captures different facets of the city, from its busy streets to quieter residential areas, giving participants a genuine sense of place rather than a sanitised loop. The course is a trail marathon that stays largely flat with gentle rolling sections, gaining only 80 metres across the entire distance. Elevation ranges from sea level up to 24 metres, which means you're not fighting serious hills, but the undulation keeps things from becoming monotonously flat. Runners should expect the typical challenges of a trail event in a tropical setting: variable footing, humidity, and the unpredictable urban environment of Lagos itself. The relatively modest elevation profile makes this a reasonable option for runners looking to chase a time rather than simply finish, though the trail surface and Lagos heat will still demand respect.