MARATÓN AGUASCALIENTES
The Lowdown
The Maratón Aguascalientes has grown into one of central Mexico’s most respected road races since its inception, and the XV edition continues that tradition. Held in the capital city of the state of Aguascalientes, the event draws a mix of elite Mexican and international runners, regional clubs, and recreational participants seeking a fast autumn marathon. The race celebrates local culture and sport with city-sponsored support, volunteer engagement, and festival-style activities that highlight Aguascalientes’ civic pride and history. The course is largely flat and fast, routing runners through wide boulevards, around the modern civic center, past notable landmarks, and through tree-lined neighborhoods that showcase the city’s architecture and public art. Expect long, runnable stretches ideal for personal best attempts and steady pacing, with well-positioned aid stations, enthusiastic local crowds, and live music at key points to maintain momentum. The atmosphere combines competitive focus for elites and an uplifting, community-driven experience for mass participants; post-race festivities typically include cultural performances and local cuisine sampling. The event has been conducted on a certified course and is generally organized to meet AIMS/World Athletics measurement standards and to serve as a Boston Marathon qualifying opportunity for eligible finishers.
Race Day
Weather Forecast
Elevation
Terrain Profile
Relatively flat course
Participants
Field Size
Medium-sized race
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Good crowd energy
XIV Aguascalientes Marathon 2025 opens registration with limited capacity
Jan 15, 2025The fourteenth edition of the Aguascalientes Marathon starts registration with preferential rates until March. The event expects to receive more than 3,000 runners in its different categories.
Aguascalientes Marathon renews AIMS certification for 2025
Dec 10, 2024The marathon maintains its international AIMS certification and confirms a renewed route through the historic center and main avenues of the city, ensuring competitive times for qualification to Boston.
This race qualifies for the Boston Marathon
Race Weekend
Other distances available
Notable Landmarks
Jardín de San Marcos
Iconic central garden and fairgrounds of the Feria Nacional de San Marcos, a major cultural landmark runners pass by
Catedral Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Historic cathedral at the heart of the city (Plaza de la Patria) and prominent visual on the route
Parque Tres Centurias
Riverside park featuring bridges, sculptures and green space along the course
Museo Nacional de la Muerte
Unique cultural museum with exhibits on Day of the Dead traditions near the downtown segment
Palacio de Gobierno
Historic government palace with colonial façade located in the city center along the route
Teatro Aguascalientes
Modern cultural venue and architectural landmark that marks part of the urban course
Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico
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- Must be at least 18 years old on race day (born on or before 2008-10-25)
- Complete official registration and full payment prior to race
- Present government-issued photo ID at bib collection
- Bib number is personal and non-transferable
- Medical certificate or physician clearance recommended; organizers may require one for participants showing health concerns
- Comply with race rules, marshals and course signage at all times
- Finish within the official cut-off time (6 hours) to receive official time and services
- Participants must use the official timing chip provided by organizers
- No unauthorized support or pacing on the course; only official aid stations permitted
- By registering, participants authorize use of event photographs and videos for promotional purposes
- Official photo ID (INE/elector card or passport)
- Proof of age (birth certificate or passport)
- Medical certificate stating fitness to run (issued within 6 months)
- Signed race waiver/runner agreement
- Registration confirmation (printed or digital)
- Recent passport-sized photo for bib
- Emergency contact information
- Online Registration
- In-person Registration at Race Expo
- Registration through Athletics Clubs
- Charity Entry
- Tour Operator Packages
Cancellation & Refunds
Policy details
No bib transfers or refunds
The marathon is held at high altitude (around 1,880 meters / 6,170 feet), so runners should adjust pacing and hydration expectations accordingly.
The course is predominantly flat and fast through the city streets of Aguascalientes, making it a good choice for personal best attempts and qualifying times, with chip timing for all finishers.
Finishers receive a custom medal and a technical race shirt, and the finish area includes post-race food and drinks with a beer garden and medical services on site.
Race weekend typically includes a race expo with packet pickup and a short-distance fun run for kids, and awards are given for top overall finishers plus standard age-group prizes.
Organizers advise arriving early due to limited downtown parking and road closures, and aid stations are positioned roughly every 3 kilometers with water, electrolyte drink, and basic medical support.
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