Medellin Marathon

Maraton Medellin

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Sports & AdventureMedellín
DatesDates TBA · Usually SeptemberCheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceFew marathon finish lines are literal parks
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: COP
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Medellin Marathon in Medellín

Colombia's oldest marathon, run every September through Medellin's hillside comunas and river corridor before finishing inside the sand-and-pool Parque de los Pies Descalzos. Distances range from 5 kilometres to the full 42.195-kilometre marathon, only added in 2012 after the race began in 1995 as a shorter run. It holds World Athletics certification and Boston Marathon qualifier status, drawing competitive and recreational international entrants.

Runners finish Medellin's marathon inside Parque de los Pies Descalzos, a public park built with sand and shallow pools where the closing meters swap asphalt for grass underfoot.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Few marathon finish lines are literal parks built from sand and shallow pools rather than a stadium or plaza, and Parque de los Pies Descalzos gives Medellin's race a distinctive, barefoot-friendly close

02

The mystery stays covered

The course itself is unusual for a certified marathon: instead of flat downtown loops, it climbs through hillside comunas transformed over the past two decades by cable cars and library-parks, giving runners views over the Aburra Valley that most road marathons cannot match

03

The city starts moving

Its status as the only World Athletics-certified 42-kilometre street race in Colombia, plus recognised Boston Marathon qualifying status, sets it apart from the many shorter city runs held elsewhere in the country

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

Symbols

Custom

Medellin 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 Medellín, not a generic copy of the same category elsewhere.

The local code

Meaning

Few marathon finish lines are literal parks built from sand and shallow pools rather than a stadium or plaza, and Parque de los Pies Descalzos gives...

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually September

Getting around

For Medellin Marathon, plan transport around the exact Medellin venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Technical running kit suited to a warm, humid morning that can turn to rain on the climbs; breathable layers you can shed matter more than heavy waterproofing. Spectators need nothing...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Medellin Marathon, stay near the part of Medellin you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

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

Language/currency

COP

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map6.25 N, 75.57 WOpen in Google Maps

Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia

Nearest airportMDE — Jose Maria Córdova
TransportFor Medellin Marathon, plan transport around the exact Medellin venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Medellin Marathon, stay near the part of Medellin you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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 Medellín via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Medellín, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for September.Compare faresFestival gearTechnical running kit suited to a warm, humid morning that can turn to rain on the climbs; breathable layers you can shed matter more than heavy waterproofing. Spectators need nothing special beyond comfortable walking shoes for following the route on foot between comuna viewpoints.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Colombia 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 Medellin Marathon?

Medellin Marathon is listed for September. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Medellin Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Medellín, Colombia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual 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?

Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia

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 URLworldsmarathons.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually September
Source statusOfficial source linked
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