Organised by Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor (RBITC), the Bengaluru Midnight Marathon is Asia’s only midnight marathon & the most sought after flagship fund-raising event with scores of runners participating from over 20 countries to support the cause. At its heart, the initiative aimed to create a platform to raise funds for health, education, social welfare and rural enlistment projects. And in its
successive years, the marathon has remained true to its simple purpose. Since inception, hundreds of people have raised money, generating fu nds that have provided free spinal and eye surgeries for the needy, scholarships for deserving youth, vocational training sponsorships, mid-day meals in schools, among many others. Five editions of the Bengaluru Midnight Marathon have been held till date, with unprecedented success and support from local, national and international athletes. The race is more than just an athletic event; it is a glimpse into the cultural diversity of the state of Karnataka. In previous years, race day functions have included cultural performances of traditional Indian art forms, dancers, percussion artists as well as more western rock shows, giving a unique blend of a modern and ethnic flavor to the activities. The pet-a-thon allows attendants to participate with their pets, giving a fun twist to the day’s events.Professional athletes and enthusiastic runners alike join together to run for a specific cause each year, which forms the theme of the marathon. Such themes of previous editions include: ‘Run for a Child’ (2011) and ‘It’s fashionable to be Green’ (2009 & 2010), which raised hundreds of thousands of rupees for the city.
