XLIII Telcel Mexico City Marathon
The Heartbeat of Mexico - 42K Through the Capital
Latin America's largest marathon through the streets of Mexico City, starting from the Olympic Stadium at UNAM.
Race links
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- Official site Open official website
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- Listing status Verified listing
- Listing updated May 23, 2026
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Time until race day
Race date: August 30, 2026 at 6:00 AM.
Key facts
| Date | August 30, 2026 |
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| Location | Mexico City, Mexico |
| Events | Full Marathon |
| Registration | Registration link |
| Official website | Open official website |
| Certified course | World Athletics |
| Listing status | Verified |
About
The XLIII Telcel Mexico City Marathon is the largest marathon in Latin America, starting from the iconic Estadio Olimpico Universitario on the UNAM campus and traversing a scenic loop through the heart of Mexico City. The certified 42.195 km course is approved by World Athletics, AIMS, and the Mexican Athletics Federation. With a tradition stretching back to 1983, the marathon draws over 30,000 runners annually from across the globe. Runners who register before June 30, 2026, receive a personalized bib with their name.
Schedule
| Start time | 6:00 AM |
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Location
| Listed location | Mexico City, Mexico |
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| Venue | Estadio Olimpico Universitario |
| Address | Av. Insurgentes Sur, Ciudad Universitaria, Mexico City |
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Course
| Surface | Road |
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| Course type | Loop |
| Elevation gain | 150 m |
| Weather notes | Late August in Mexico City is mild at 2,240 m elevation with temperatures of 12 to 22 C (54 to 72 F). Rain is very likely in the afternoon. Morning start avoids worst humidity. |
Race profile
| First held | 1983 |
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| Average runners | 30,000 |
Registration
| Registration page | Registration link |
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| Price | MXN 1,200 |
| Participant limit | 35,000 |
Contact
| Organizer | Instituto del Deporte de la Ciudad de Mexico |
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