# INDUSIND BANK HYROX GUJARAT 2026 > Race page on RoxSkin: https://roxskin.io/races/hyrox-indusind-bank-gujarat-2026. Race facts checked against the official HYROX site on 2026-10-15. RoxSkin is not affiliated with HYROX. - **Dates:** 26–28 Nov 2026 - **City:** Gandhinagar (Gujarat), India - **Venue:** Helipad Exhibition Center - **Address:** Helipad Exhibition Center, Gandhinagar, Gujarat - **Tickets:** on sale (official site: https://hyrox.com/) ## Race weekend guide (checked 2026-10-15) HYROX comes to Gujarat for three days of racing at the Helipad Exhibition Center in Gandhinagar, the state's leafy, planned capital about half an hour from Ahmedabad airport. The state government expects more than 10,000 people, over 1,000 of them from abroad. The one thing to know: Gujarat is a dry state, so plan your post-race celebration around that, and budget time for the drive in from Ahmedabad. ### Race weekend at a glance - **Dates:** Thursday 26 November to Saturday 28 November 2026 - **Venue:** Helipad Exhibition Center - **Address:** Near Jilla Panchayat, Sector 17, Gandhinagar, Gujarat 382016, India. HYROX hasn't published a street address, so this comes from trade-fair listings. - **Nearest public transport:** Ahmedabad Metro's Red Line now runs into central Gandhinagar, with stations including Sector 16, Old Sachivalaya, Sector 24 and Mahatma Mandir. The nearest stop to the venue and the walking time aren't confirmed, so check a map app. - **Divisions:** Singles, Doubles and Relay. HYROX hasn't listed the age-group divisions or the schedule yet. ### Getting to the venue **From Ahmedabad airport (AMD):** Uber puts the trip from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport to Gandhinagar at about 14 km and 25 minutes. Its recent average fares were around ₹475 for an air-conditioned Uber Go and about ₹270 for an auto-rickshaw, and Uber runs at the airport 24/7. There's no metro to the airport. **From Ahmedabad city:** Take Uber, Ola or a taxi straight to the venue. Uber lists intercity cab fares of roughly ₹780–1,550 for the 37 km trip. Or ride the metro's Red Line north from Motera into Gandhinagar. GSRTC buses also run between the two cities. ### Where to stay Central Gandhinagar, around Sectors 11 and 14, keeps you a short ride from the venue. Sargasan and Kudasan, on the road to Ahmedabad, have newer hotels, gyms and restaurants. GIFT City is the only place nearby where visitors can legally drink without a permit. - **The Leela Gandhinagar:** Sits above Gandhinagar's railway station in Sector 14, with an infinity pool, a spa and several restaurants, about 30 minutes from the airport. - **Fortune Inn Haveli:** A four-star ITC Hotels member in Sector 11, central Gandhinagar, with a gym, spa and coffee shop. - **Hotel Capital:** A simpler option listed about 0.5 km from the venue on Trip.com, so you could walk on race morning. Check recent reviews before booking. - **The Fern Residency Gandhinagar:** Near Sargasan Cross Road. Its factsheet lists a well-equipped gym, and the hotel is close to the gyms and restaurants in Kudasan. - **Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City:** About 7.7 km from the venue, with an outdoor pool, steam room, fitness center and spa. It's the pick if you want a beer after the race. ### Gyms for pre-race training - **Anytime Fitness (Sargasan):** Open 24 hours on Gandhi Nagar Bypass Road, with kettlebells, battle ropes, plyo boxes and squat racks. Anytime members from other countries get worldwide club access. Day-pass availability isn't confirmed; the club offers a "Try Us Free" trial. - **JNXROSSFIT Gym (Sector 3):** A CrossFit and functional-training gym in north Gandhinagar. It isn't listed as an official HYROX Training Club, and day-pass availability isn't confirmed, so call ahead. ### Where locals run - **Punit Van (Sector 19):** A tidy park with separate walking and jogging tracks. It gets busy after 18:00, so go early in the morning. It's a short ride from the venue. - **Sarita Udyan (Sector 9):** A riverside park on the Sabarmati with a flat loop of roughly 950 m. Locals rate it for repeat laps. Entry is free, and reported opening hours vary, so aim for 06:00–08:00. - **Sabarmati Riverfront (Ahmedabad):** About 11 km of continuous promenade on each bank, flat and paved, linked by the Atal Pedestrian Bridge. It's the city's go-to running spot and hosts the Sabarmati Marathon. Worth it if you're staying in Ahmedabad. ### Where to eat and fuel up - **Rang Rasoi (Kudasan):** The nearest thali to the venue. Its generous, unlimited Gujarati thali, with rice, dal, rotis and kadhi, is an easy carb load for about ₹800 for two. - **Aagrah (Chandkheda):** On the Ahmedabad side of the highway, known for its big Mahabhog thali. Good for a pre-race dinner on the way in from the airport. - **Agashiye (Lal Darwaja):** The rooftop restaurant at The House of MG in old Ahmedabad. Its seasonal thali changes daily, which makes it a celebratory post-race meal at about ₹2,000 for two. - **Vishalla (Vasna):** A lantern-lit village-style restaurant open since 1978. Order the khichdi with Gujarati kadhi and white butter, a gentle, easy-to-digest meal for the night before. - **Gopi Dining Hall (Ellisbridge):** A no-frills Ahmedabad thali institution, about ₹250 for a vegetarian meal. Fast and filling after the race. ### Race weekend events and parties As of 15 October 2026, HYROX had not announced an official after-party or community run for HYROX Gujarat. The venue will have the usual HYROX Entertainment Zone with partners. The Gujarat government says it is planning cultural programs for athletes, including a "Bhajan Clubbing" evening hosted by the state tourism corporation, but no dates or venues had been published. Watch HYROX India's official channels for updates. ### After the race **Recovery:** - **Tattva Wellness Spa (GIFT City):** Offers 60- and 90-minute massages. Rooms have attached steam and shower facilities. - **The Leela Gandhinagar (Sector 14):** Its spa offers Swedish massage, scrubs and in-room massages. **Things to do:** - Visit **Akshardham**, the BAPS temple complex in Gandhinagar, with exhibition halls, gardens and the Sat-Chit-Anand Water Show. - See the carved, five-level **Adalaj Stepwell**, built in 1499, about 5 km from Gandhinagar. - Walk the **Sabarmati Riverfront** in Ahmedabad and cross the **Atal Pedestrian Bridge** at sunset. ### Local insights - **It's a dry state:** Gujarat bans the sale and consumption of alcohol. Foreign visitors can get a liquor permit with a passport and visa and buy from authorized hotel liquor shops. Since December 2025, visitors from outside Gujarat can drink at designated hotels and restaurants in GIFT City by showing photo ID. - **Carry cash and a card:** UPI QR codes are everywhere, but most foreign visitors can't use UPI without an Indian bank account. NPCI's UPI One World prepaid wallet for visitors has only had a limited rollout, so bring rupees and a Visa or Mastercard. - **Uber is the easy option:** Uber runs 24/7 at Ahmedabad airport and offers autos, AC cars and intercity cabs to Gandhinagar. Ola also operates here. Check live fares in the app, because prices change with demand. - **Thali is the local carb load:** Gujarati thalis are unlimited vegetarian platters of rice, dal, breads, kadhi and snacks such as dhokla and khaman. Expect sweeter dishes than elsewhere in India, and ask for less sweet if you prefer. - **Late November is warm and dry:** Expect highs of roughly 28–33°C (82–91°F), lows around 15–18°C (59–64°F), and almost no rain. Pack a light layer for early mornings. - **Watch the air quality:** Winter pollution usually starts building in late November in Gujarat. CPCB data showed Ahmedabad moving from "Good" (AQI 48) on 1 November 2025 to "Moderate" (AQI 156) by 18 November. Check the AQI before an outdoor shakeout, and run indoors if it's high. ### Race-day tips for this venue - **Bring a physical ID.** HYROX doesn't accept digital copies or photos, and nobody can check in for you. - **Check in on your race day only.** Registration for each division opens 90 minutes before its first wave, and start times are posted about three days before the event. - **Pre-book your ride back.** It's a three-day event in a city of wide, spread-out sectors, so have Uber ready or arrange a driver through your hotel. - **Spectators need a ticket and ID.** Anyone entering the hall before their own check-in window goes through the Spectators Desk. - **Pack layers.** Mornings can be cool and middays hot. Bring water for the ride over. ### FAQ ### How do I get from Ahmedabad airport to the Helipad Exhibition Center? Take Uber, Ola or a taxi. Uber estimates about 25 minutes and 14 km to Gandhinagar, with recent average AC fares around ₹475. There's no direct metro from the airport. ### Can I drink alcohol in Gandhinagar? Gujarat is a dry state. Foreign visitors can get a liquor permit using their passport and visa and buy from authorized hotel shops. Visitors from outside Gujarat can drink at designated venues in GIFT City by showing photo ID. ### Where should I stay for HYROX Gujarat? Central Gandhinagar, around Sectors 11 and 14, keeps you close to the venue. 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