The 2026 McAllen Marathon will take place on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas. The event’s main activities will be held at the McAllen Convention Center, with the runner bag pickup and expo scheduled for Friday, January 16, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Exhibit Hall. Mid‑January weather in McAllen typically features mild temperatures ranging from 55 °F to 70 °F, with occasional breezes; participants can expect relatively comfortable running conditions. The marathon program includes a full 26.2‑mile Boston‑qualifying race, a 13.1‑mile half marathon, a 26.2‑mile relay marathon (team of six), a 5 K, a 10 K, and a Kids Final Mile, offering a diverse set of distances that accommodate runners of all ages and experience levels.
What distances are available for this event?
→Full Marathon – 26.2 miles
→Half Marathon – 13.1 miles
→Relay Marathon – 26.2 miles (team of 6)
→5 K – 5 miles
→10 K – 10 miles
→Kids Final Mile – 1 mile
What are the start times for each race distance?
→Full Marathon, Half Marathon, Relay Marathon – 7:00 AM
→5 K and 10 K – 7:10 AM
→Kids Final Mile – 10:00 AM
How much does registration cost for each category?
→Full Marathon – $120.00
→Half Marathon – $100.00
→Relay Marathon (team captain) – $330.00 (team cost; individual joiners free with team password)
→5 K – $35.00
→10 K – $45.00
Are there elite qualifying times or special awards?
→Elite qualifying times: Male – 2:44:30, Female – 3:05:30
→Finisher Medal awarded to all finishers of each distance
→Elite finishers may receive additional recognition based on qualifying times
What is included with the registration fee?
→Participant shirt
→Finisher medal
→Swag bag (contents vary)
→Bib and race number
→Access to the pre‑race expo and runner bag pickup
When and where is the runner bag pickup and expo?
→Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
→Time: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
→Location: Exhibit Hall, McAllen Convention Center
→Services: Bag pickup, expo stalls, information booths
What weather conditions should participants prepare for?
→Expected temperatures: 55 °F – 70 °F
→Mild winds possible
→Light precipitation unlikely but advisable to bring a light jacket or windbreaker
What are the age eligibility and participation limits?
