KLM Curaçao Marathon
Race snapshot
Race Day
77–88°F · Feels warm
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft
Participants
Medium-sized race
Crowd Rating
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
The KLM Curaçao Marathon takes place each November in Willemstad, Curaçao, with a full weekend of racing: the Cavalier Logistics 5K on Saturday evening, followed on Sunday by the HBN Law & Tax 10K, the BDO Half Marathon, and the KLM Full Marathon. Founded in 2014, the event is AIMS/World Athletics certified and serves as an Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group Qualifier. The scenic waterfront course crosses the Queen Emma pontoon bridge, nicknamed the 'swinging old lady,' and the Juliana Bridge, one of the tallest bridges in the world at 185 feet above sea level. Runners pass along Curaçao's Caribbean coastline and through the historic Punda district under warm trade winds. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has served as title sponsor since the marathon's first edition.
Questions about the KLM Curaçao Marathon 2026
When is the KLM Curaçao Marathon 2026?
Sunday, November 29, 2026.
Where is the KLM Curaçao Marathon?
Willemstad, Curaçao.
What time does the KLM Curaçao Marathon start?
The race starts at 3:15 AM, local time.
What is the KLM Curaçao Marathon time limit?
6 hours.
How do I enter the KLM Curaçao Marathon 2026?
Registration is open. Aug 3, 2026: Early Bird Pricing Ends. Ways in: Online registration via curacaomarathon.com.
How much does the KLM Curaçao Marathon 2026 cost?
Full Marathon - International: $100. Half Marathon (BDO) - International: $60. 10K (HBN Law & Tax) - International: $40. 5K (Cavalier Logistics) - International: $35.
What is the KLM Curaçao Marathon elevation gain?
120 m (394 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the KLM Curaçao Marathon course like?
It passes Queen Emma Bridge (pontoon bridge, 'swinging old lady'), Juliana Bridge (185 feet above sea level) and Punda historic district.
What is the weather like at the KLM Curaçao Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 25–31 °C (77–88 °F). Feels warm.
How many runners does the KLM Curaçao Marathon have?
3,000 participants. Medium-sized race.
Is the KLM Curaçao Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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