The race is held in winter on a completely frozen lake.
At this time of year, the ice reaches a thickness of around 1.5 meters. Weather conditions can be severe, with temperatures dropping to –35°C and strong winds common in the open landscape.
The event features several race options. Participants can choose distances of 7, 14, or 21 kilometers, as well as a Nordic walking route. The format is designed to accommodate different levels of fitness and experience.
Around 1,000 participants are expected. The start lists include runners from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, France, Japan, New Zealand, Canada, the United Kingdom, and other countries. Race results count toward qualification in the ITRA system.
Burabay National Park is located in a natural basin believed to be the floor of an ancient oceanic volcanic crater.
Burabay Ice is part of an annual race series. Athletes who also complete the Aqbura Bay Trail in summer and the Zerenda Half Marathon in autumn receive the honorary title of “King or Queen of the North.”
