Rio Marathon

Maratona do Rio

View on map

Sports & AdventureRio de Janeiro

DatesDates TBA · Usually JuneCheck locally before booking

Duration5 daysListed event span

Crowd-Public scale varies

Best forCompetition, enduranceWhat sets the Rio Marathon apart is the

LanguagePortugueseCurrency: BRL

CategorySports & AdventureFestival type

The story

Rio Marathon in Rio de Janeiro

The Rio de Janeiro Marathon runs along the city's Atlantic coastline each June, tracing Copacabana and Ipanema beaches beneath Sugarloaf Mountain before finishing near the city center. The multi-day event pairs an international marathon field with shorter races for less experienced runners. Expect a scenic beachfront course, cheering crowds along the promenades, and citywide road closures shaping traffic for the day.

The Rio de Janeiro Marathon sends runners along one of the most scenic urban courses in international distance running, tracing the city's Atlantic coastline past Copacabana, Ipanema and the base of Sugarloaf Mountain before finishing near the city center.

Your trip starts here

What is special

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

What sets the Rio Marathon apart is the course itself: few marathons anywhere run this close to instantly recognizable landmarks, tracing beachfront promenades with Sugarloaf Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean as a constant backdrop rather than an occasional glimpse

The mystery stays covered

June's mild Southern Hemisphere winter gives runners cooler conditions than Rio's usual summer heat, making the race more approachable for visiting athletes unused to tropical humidity

The city starts moving

The multi-day format, pairing the full marathon with shorter distances, opens the event to families and casual runners alongside the competitive field chasing qualifying times

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The Rio Marathon fits into Brazil's growing calendar of major international road races

Water and renewal

Living ritual

alongside Sao Paulo's Sao Silvestre

The sacred route

Living ritual

and draws on Rio's identity as a city built around its beaches and mountains

The local code

Living ritual

using the marathon course to put runners directly onto the same promenades that define the city's everyday beach culture

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually June

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Rio de Janeiro to work differently.

What to wear

Runners should dress for mild winter humidity along the coast: breathable technical layers, sun protection even in June, and shoes broken in well before race day; spectators should wear...

Safety

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

Where to stay

Choose lodging by the part of Rio de Janeiro you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

Tickets/cost

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

Language/currency

BRL

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map22.91 S, 43.21 W Open in Google Maps

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Nearest airportSDU — Santos Dumont

TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Rio de Janeiro to work differently.

Stay areaChoose lodging by the part of Rio de Janeiro you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

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 Rio de Janeiro via local transport.Search routes Find a place to stayStays near Rio de Janeiro, close enough for the event-day route.Browse stays Find flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for June.Compare fares Festival gearRunners should dress for mild winter humidity along the coast: breathable technical layers, sun protection even in June, and shoes broken in well before race day; spectators should wear comfortable shoes for standing along the promenade and bring a layer for cooler morning starts.Shop the kit Check visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Brazil and apply online.Check entry rules Travel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

We may earn a small commission from trusted travel partners at no extra cost to you.

FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Rio Marathon?

Rio Marathon is listed for Past edition: 3–7 June 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Rio Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

5 days 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?

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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 URLmaratonadorio.com.br

Organizer accessAre you the organizer? Claim this listing →

SourceSource link available

Listed datesDates TBA · Usually June

Source statusOfficial source linked

Spotted something out of date? Submit a correction →

Rio Marathon

Rio Marathon in Rio de Janeiro

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

The sacred route

The local code

Essential information

When to go

Getting around

What to wear

Safety

Where to stay

Tickets/cost

Language/currency

Family friendly

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Your Trip Starts Here

Quick answers.

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

Continue the route.

Argungu Fishing Festival

Bay to Breakers

Daytona 500

Daytona Bike Week