Run in Paradise

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Sports & AdventureFort James/St. John's coastline

DatesDates TBA · Usually MayCheck locally before booking

Duration1 dayListed event span

Crowd-Public scale varies

Best forCompetition, enduranceFew road races anywhere let finishers

LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: XCD

CategorySports & AdventureFestival type

The story

Run in Paradise in Fort James/St. John's coastline

Run in Paradise is an annual road running event offering half marathon, 10K and 5K distances that converge at Fort James Beach on Antigua's north-eastern coast, with a mostly flat course and every finisher receiving a medal, refreshments and the chance for a swim in the Caribbean Sea at the finish, now in its tenth year and drawing runners from across the Caribbean, North America and Europe.

Run in Paradise is an annual road running event based around Antigua's Fort James Beach, offering three race distances, a half marathon, a 10K and a 5K, that together draw a genuinely wide mix of seasoned athletes, amateur runners and health enthusiasts from Antigua and Barbuda, the wider Caribbean, North America and Europe.

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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

Few road races anywhere let finishers celebrate with a swim in the Caribbean Sea, giving Run in Paradise's Fort James Beach finish line a genuinely distinctive character beyond the standard medal and refreshments most races offer

The mystery stays covered

Its mostly flat course also makes it accessible to first-time racers while still drawing competitive runners chasing fast times across three distinct distances

The city starts moving

Growing from a smaller local gathering into an internationally attended tenth-year fixture also reflects a steady, sustained growth trajectory uncommon among newer Caribbean road races

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Finishing with a swim in the Caribbean Sea at Fort James Beach has become a defining tradition of Run in Paradise

Water and renewal

Living ritual

turning the race's conclusion into a genuine beach celebration rather than a standard finish line

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually May

Getting around

Plan arrival around the route or course in Fort James/St. John's coastline; closures can make normal travel slower.

What to wear

Lightweight, moisture-wicking running attire suits Antigua's warm, humid conditions, with proper running shoes essential for the road course; bringing swimwear underneath race clothing is...

Safety

For Run in Paradise, choose safe viewing points, watch weather and leave extra time around starts, finishes or releases.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Fort James/St. John's coastline, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

XCD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map17.12 N, 61.88 W Open in Google Maps

Fort James/St. John's coastline, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda

Nearest airportANU — V. C. Bird

TransportPlan arrival around the route or course in Fort James/St. John's coastline; closures can make normal travel slower.

Stay areaStay near workable transport in Fort James/St. John's coastline, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Fort James/St. John's coastline via local transport.Search routes Find a place to stayStays near Fort James/St. John's coastline, close enough for the event-day route.Browse stays Find flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for May.Compare fares Festival gearLightweight, moisture-wicking running attire suits Antigua's warm, humid conditions, with proper running shoes essential for the road course; bringing swimwear underneath race clothing is worth considering given the beach finish and post-race swim tradition.Shop the kit Check visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Antigua and Barbuda and apply online.Check entry rules Travel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Run in Paradise?

Run in Paradise is listed for Past edition: 24 May 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Run in Paradise take place?

The festival is listed in Fort James/St. John's coastline, Antigua and Barbuda. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Fort James/St. John's coastline, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually May

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Run in Paradise

Run in Paradise in Fort James/St. John's coastline

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The mystery stays covered

The city starts moving

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Water and renewal

Essential information

When to go

Getting around

What to wear

Safety

Where to stay

Tickets/cost

Language/currency

Family friendly

Fort James/St. John's coastline, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda

Your Trip Starts Here

Quick answers.

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

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