Maratón Internacional de Costa Rica
Run Pura Vida: The Happiest Country in Central America Through Cloud Forest Highlands.
Race day
22
Nov 2026
Run Pura Vida: The Happiest Country in Central America Through Cloud Forest Highlands.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 22 November 2026Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start time | 05:00 local (America/Costa Rica)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 10KCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Location | San Jose, Costa RicaCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start area | Estadio Nacional, Ave. de los Deportes, La Sabana, San José 11501Confirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Entry price | CRC 15,000–CRC 30,000Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 180 mCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 7,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Maratón Costa RicaCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Official website | maratoncr.comOrganizer · 21 May 2026 | Organizer | 21 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 21 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 21 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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Run pura vida through Costa Rica's cloud forest highlands at 1,170m — Central America's most beloved nation.
Is this race a fit?
These notes are generated from listed Sunday Marathon race facts. They are meant for shortlisting and planning, not as a replacement for official organizer instructions.
Best For
Runners comparing road race options
Maratón Internacional de Costa Rica belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K options around San Jose, Costa Rica and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
Confirm entry details before paying
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Maratón Internacional de Costa Rica should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in San Jose, Costa Rica, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, 180 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Maratón Internacional de Costa Rica is currently listed for November 22, 2026, which makes the November planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around San Jose, Costa Rica, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, 180 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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