Buenos Aires Marathon

Maratón Internacional de Buenos Aires 42K

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Sports & AdventureBuenos Aires
Dates20 September 2026Confirmed listing
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceRather than a single scenic stretch, the
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: ARS
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Buenos Aires Marathon in Buenos Aires

South America's longest continuously run marathon, held since 1984 with a flat, fast 42.195-kilometer course that starts and finishes in the Bosques de Palermo. The route passes Teatro Colón, the Obelisco, Plaza de Mayo, and La Bombonera stadium before tracking the Puerto Madero waterfront on the way back.

The Buenos Aires Marathon has run without interruption since 1984, missing only a single edition in 2002, which makes it one of the longest continuously held marathons in South America.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Rather than a single scenic stretch, the course functions as a moving tour of central Buenos Aires, threading past the opera house, the national obelisk, the government palace square, and the home stadium of Boca Juniors within one closed-road loop — a landmark density few marathon courses worldwide can match

02

The mystery stays covered

The flat profile also makes it a recognized target for runners chasing qualifying times for larger international marathons, and the uninterrupted run since 1984 gives it a continuity few regional marathons can claim

03

The city starts moving

The race's early-morning start, timed to beat the Argentine spring heat before it builds, has stayed constant even as the field has grown from roughly three thousand finishers in 2005 to organizer-reported counts well above ten thousand in recent editions

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

Symbols

Custom

Buenos Aires Marathon is documented as a recurring sports-adventure festival in the Eventisimus atlas.

Participation

Calendar

Some moments are open to visitors; others belong to local participants. Follow barriers, steward instructions, and local etiquette.

Place memory

Place

The strongest version of the event is the one tied to Buenos Aires, not a generic copy of the same category elsewhere.

The local code

Meaning

Rather than a single scenic stretch, the course functions as a moving tour of central Buenos Aires, threading past the opera house, the national...

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

20 September 2026

Getting around

Getting to Buenos Aires Marathon works best when arrival and return routes are decided before the busiest part of the day.

What to wear

Layered running gear that can be shed after the start, since Buenos Aires spring mornings run cool but warm quickly once the sun is up over an open course with little shade in the Puerto...

Safety

Buenos Aires Marathon is easier when spectators give competitors, vehicles and staff room to work.

Where to stay

For busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Buenos Aires Marathon does not become the hardest part.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

ARS

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map34.61 S, 58.38 WOpen in Google Maps

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires City, Argentina

Nearest airportAEP — Aeroparque Jorge Newbery
TransportGetting to Buenos Aires Marathon works best when arrival and return routes are decided before the busiest part of the day.
Stay areaFor busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Buenos Aires Marathon does not become the hardest part.

Your Trip Starts Here

External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Buenos Aires via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Buenos Aires, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for September.Compare faresFestival gearLayered running gear that can be shed after the start, since Buenos Aires spring mornings run cool but warm quickly once the sun is up over an open course with little shade in the Puerto Madero and downtown sections.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Argentina and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Buenos Aires Marathon?

Buenos Aires Marathon is listed for 20 September 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Buenos Aires Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Buenos Aires, Argentina. 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?

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires City, Argentina

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.

Official URLmaratondebuenosaires.com
Organizer accessAre you the organizer? Claim this listing →
SourceSource link available
Listed dates20 September 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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