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Run Barbados Marathon Weekend

Run the Jewel of the Caribbean Along Coral Reefs and Rum Plantation Country

Run the Caribbean coast of Barbados past sugar plantations and coral reefs — a tropical island paradise marathon.

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Race date: December 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM.

Key facts

DateDecember 6, 2026
LocationBridgetown, Barbados
EventsFull Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K
Official sourceRegistration and official site
Certified courseWorld Athletics
Listing statusVerified

About

The Run Barbados Marathon Weekend is one of the Caribbean's premier running festivals, drawing 3,000 international runners to the Jewel of the Caribbean. The flat, fast coastal course winds along Barbados's west coast on the calm Caribbean Sea, past sugar cane plantations, historic plantation houses, and through the vibrant fishing village of Oistins, finishing at the Garrison Savannah — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Schedule

Start time5:00 AM

Location

VenueGarrison Savannah Racecourse
AddressGarrison, St. Michael, Barbados

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Course

SurfaceRoad
Course typeLoop
Elevation gain20 m
Boston qualifierListed as Boston qualifier
Weather notesEarly December in Barbados averages 24 to 30 C (75 to 86 F). Perfect Caribbean winter. Trade winds cool the coast.

Race profile

First held1983
Average runners2,500

Registration

Price$80 to $120
Participant limit3,000

Contact

OrganizerRun Barbados Series