2026 Montevideo Uruguay Marathon
The 2026 Montevideo Uruguay Marathon is scheduled for May 10, 2026, in Ciudad de la Costa, Uruguay. Participants will navigate a flat, multi-lap route centered around Calcagno Lake, utilizing the surrounding lakefront and adjacent park paths, which are primarily paved. In May, the weather in the Ciudad de la Costa region is typically cool and mild, with average daytime temperatures ranging from 12°C to 18°C (54°F to 64°F), though runners should prepare for potential humidity or overcast conditions common to the coastal area. This event is a key leg of the "South America Challenge," a specialized road marathon series.
What is the format of the marathon?
The event follows a road-marathon style within the "South America Challenge" concept. The course is a flat, multi-lap route around Calcagno Lake and adjacent park paths, consisting mostly of paved surfaces. It is important to note that this race is held on park paths and does not have official public-road permits.
What are the specific race rules and requirements?
- GPS Validation: All runners are required to carry a mandatory GPS watch or a GPS device with a minimum battery life of 9 hours to validate race distance.
- Self-Sufficiency: This is a self-supporting event with no official support, no road-closure support, and no provided medical cover or insurance.
- Briefing Requirement: A mandatory pre-race briefing is held at the host hotel (Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco) at 5:00 PM the evening before the race. Runners who do not attend the briefing will not be permitted to start.
- Risk Assumption: All participants run at their own risk.
What is the race schedule and time limit?
- Start Time: Sunrise (the exact time is weather-dependent and will be confirmed during the mandatory evening briefing).
- Time Cut-off: 9 hours.
How much is the registration fee?
- Early Bird Registration: 60 USD (valid from February 7 through May 12).
What is included with registration?
- Official race bib
- Finisher medal
- Official posted time
What is the participant capacity?
- Each marathon in the series is strictly capped at 20 runners per race.