UWI SPEC International Half Marathon

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Sports & AdventureUWI St Augustine
DatesDates TBA · Usually OctoberCheck locally before booking
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceWhat sets this race apart is its longevity
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: TTD
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

UWI SPEC International Half Marathon in UWI St Augustine

The UWI SPEC International Half Marathon is an annual road race hosted by the University of the West Indies St. Augustine campus in Trinidad, first run in 2004 with roughly 300 participants and now drawing around 1,900 runners from a dozen countries. The AIMS- and World Athletics-accredited 13.1-mile course follows the traffic-free Priority Bus Route from St. Augustine to D'Abadie and back, alongside a companion 5K.

Every year before dawn, thousands of runners gather in the dark at the University of the West Indies' Sport and Physical Education Centre in St.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

What sets this race apart is its longevity and scale for a Caribbean road race: since debuting in 2004 the field has grown roughly sixfold, from about 300 finishers to close to 1,900, with runners from around a dozen nationalities

02

The mystery stays covered

Certification by Trinidad and Tobago's national athletics and Olympic bodies, plus accreditation from the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races and World Athletics, gives it credibility among serious distance runners rather than treating it as a local fun run

03

The city starts moving

A prize purse exceeding TT$150,000 spans age-group categories from 15-19 up to 80-and-over, plus categories for differently abled athletes, and each edition partners with a local cause, such as the 2025 collaboration with the Trinidad and Tobago Alzheimer's Association

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The race sits within Trinidad's broader distance-running calendar and university sporting culture rather than a centuries-old ritual

Water and renewal

Living ritual

but it has built its own two-decade tradition: a pre-dawn mass start meant to beat the tropical heat

The sacred route

Living ritual

an out-and-back route along the same Priority Bus Route every year

The local code

Living ritual

and an annual charity partnership that gives each edition a specific civic purpose beyond the finish times

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually October

Getting around

For UWI SPEC International Half Marathon, plan transport around the exact UWI St Augustine venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Lightweight moisture-wicking running kit in bright or reflective colors is standard, since the half marathon starts at 5:00 a.m. in darkness; many runners add a reflective vest or clip-on...

Safety

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

Where to stay

For UWI SPEC International Half Marathon, stay near the part of UWI St Augustine 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

TTD

Family friendly

unknown

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UWI St Augustine, St Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago

Nearest airportPOS — Piarco
TransportFor UWI SPEC International Half Marathon, plan transport around the exact UWI St Augustine venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor UWI SPEC International Half Marathon, stay near the part of UWI St Augustine you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to UWI St Augustine via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near UWI St Augustine, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for October.Compare faresFestival gearLightweight moisture-wicking running kit in bright or reflective colors is standard, since the half marathon starts at 5:00 a.m. in darkness; many runners add a reflective vest or clip-on lights until sunrise. Comfortable, broken-in running shoes are essential for the paved 13.1-mile route, and a lightweight cap or visor helps once the tropical sun rises over the second half of the course.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Trinidad and Tobago 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 UWI SPEC International Half Marathon?

UWI SPEC International Half Marathon is listed for Past edition: 26 October 2025. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does UWI SPEC International Half Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in UWI St Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago. 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?

UWI St Augustine, St Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago

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.

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Official URLsta.uwi.edu
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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually October
Source statusOfficial source linked
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