Maratón Powerade Monterrey
Lo esencial
Maratón Powerade Monterrey es una de las principales carreras de ruta del norte de México, que se realiza cada diciembre atrayendo a corredores locales y participantes internacionales. El evento es un referente en el calendario deportivo de Monterrey, mostrando su cultura competitiva de carreras y ofreciendo un atractivo objetivo de final de temporada para atletas que buscan excelentes desempeños. La edición 2026 continúa la tradición de carreras bien organizadas, participación comunitaria y apoyo festivo a lo largo del recorrido. El recorrido atraviesa los espacios urbanos y verdes más icónicos de Monterrey, ofreciendo tramos pintorescos cerca del Parque Fundidora con vistas de la Sierra Madre Oriental y el distintivo Cerro de la Silla dominando el horizonte. Los corredores disfrutan de amplias avenidas bien pavimentadas, barrios animados y paseos ribereños, con la meta ubicada generalmente en o cerca del área del parque que funciona como una energética zona de festival. Puestos de avituallamiento, música local y multitudes entusiastas generan una atmósfera amistosa pero competitiva, ideal para maratonistas primerizos y corredores experimentados que persiguen tiempos rápidos. El recorrido está certificado por AIMS y es reconocido como ruta clasificatoria para Boston, lo que lo convierte en una opción popular para atletas buscando alcanzar estándares de clasificación.
Día de la Carrera
Pronóstico del Tiempo
Elevación
Perfil del Terreno
Recorrido relativamente plano
Participantes
Tamaño del Campo
Campo grande
Calificación de Público
Apoyo de Espectadores
Buena energía del público
Registration open for the 2026 edition (Dec 13)
Jun 16, 2026The Maratón Powerade Monterrey 2026 will be held Sunday, December 13, 2026 with start and finish at Parque Fundidora. Registration is open with a 10,000-participant cap; the current tier (Apr 16 - Jul 15) is $1,450 MXN.
Clasificatorio para Boston
Esta carrera es un evento certificado clasificatorio para la Maratón de Boston. Logra tu estándar de clasificación aquí en un recorrido verificado.
Parque Fundidora
This urban park is the starting and finishing point of the marathon. Formerly a steel plant, it is now a cultural and recreational space that houses museums, green areas, and entertainment centers.
Avenida Santa Lucía
An artificial canal that connects Fundidora Park with Macroplaza. Runners enjoy panoramic views as they make their way along this riverwalk, considered one of the longest of its kind in Latin America.
Macroplaza
One of the largest plazas in the world, surrounded by important buildings such as the Government Palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral. It serves as a central landmark in the marathon route.
Cerro de la Silla
This iconic mountain, a symbol of Monterrey, serves as a backdrop for much of the race, offering breathtaking views to participants.
Constitución Avenue
One of the city's main thoroughfares, which is part of the marathon route. Runners pass through this avenue, experiencing the vibrant urban atmosphere of Monterrey.
Otras distancias disponibles durante el fin de semana del evento:
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
MX
Tarifa promedio para alojamientos de 3 estrellas cerca de la salida
Elegibilidad
- Must be 18 years or older on race day
- Official online registration and payment required prior to race
- Photographic ID required for bib pickup
- Medical certificate or clearance recommended (consult a physician if unsure)
- Bibs are non-transferable and must be worn visibly during the race
- Use of the official timing chip provided by organizers is required
- Participants must comply with race rules, cut-off times and marshal instructions
- No refunds or deferrals; race entry conditions set by organizer apply
- Participants are subject to anti-doping regulations and sanctions for violations
- Finish within official course cutoff time (approximately 6 hours)
Documentos Requeridos
- Official ID (INE/elector's card or passport)
- Medical certificate signed by a physician (recent, per organizer requirements)
- Proof of age (birth certificate or passport)
- Registration confirmation / proof of payment
- Parental consent form (if under 18)
Métodos de Inscripción
- Online Registration
- In-Person Registration (race expo)
- Charity Entry
- Tour Operator Packages
- Elite/Invited Athlete Entry
Política de Cancelación y Reembolso
No refunds under any circumstances (including DNS/DNF).
Bib transfers/name changes allowed up to 30 days before the race (until 2025-11-14) with an administrative fee of MXN 300 and organizer approval.
Deferral to the 2026 edition permitted up to 30 days before the race (until 2025-11-14) subject to a MXN 300 deferral fee; any difference in entry price must be paid by the entrant.
If the organizer cancels or postpones the event for force majeure, entrants will be offered either transfer of their entry to the rescheduled date/next edition or a voucher for the equivalent amount for a future race; refunds will not be provided except where required by law.
Day-of-race transfers are not permitted; bib collection requires original ID and the registered athlete must collect the bib in person unless prior written authorization is granted by the organizer.
The Maratón Powerade Monterrey is typically an AIMS-certified course that runs through Monterrey’s major landmarks including Parque Fundidora and the Paseo Santa Lucía canal, offering scenic urban and industrial views.
Finishers receive a custom finisher medal and a technical race shirt, and the race weekend includes an official expo with packet pickup, vendors, and a pre-race pasta dinner option for participants.
Aid stations are frequent (roughly every 2.5–3.5 km) with water, sports drink (Powerade), and electrolyte gels at selected tables, and medical support is available along the route.
The event features prize money and awards for overall and age-group winners, as well as a kids’ race and community 10K/21K events on race weekend to encourage family participation.
Practical tips: expect an early 06:45 start with cool morning temperatures that warm quickly, limited roadside parking due to road closures (use public transit or team buses), and popular spectator areas around Parque Fundidora and the Macroplaza.
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