Maratón Powerade Monterrey
The Lowdown
Maratón Powerade Monterrey is one of northern Mexico's premier road races, held each December and drawing both local runners and international participants. The event has become a fixture in Monterrey's sporting calendar, showcasing the city's competitive running culture and providing an attractive late-season target for athletes seeking strong performances. The 2025 edition continues a tradition of well-organized racing, community engagement, and festive support along the route. The course threads through Monterrey’s most iconic urban and green spaces, offering scenic stretches past Fundidora Park, with views of the Sierra Madre Oriental and the distinctive Cerro de la Silla dominating the skyline. Runners experience wide, well-paved boulevards, lively neighborhoods, and riverside promenades, with the finish commonly staged in or near the park area that doubles as an energetic festival zone. Aid stations, local music, and enthusiastic crowds contribute to a friendly yet competitive atmosphere that suits first-time marathoners and experienced racers aiming for fast times. The course is AIMS-certified and recognized as a Boston-qualifying route, making it a popular choice for athletes chasing qualifying standards.
Race Day
Weather Forecast
Elevation
Terrain Profile
Relatively flat course
Participants
Field Size
Large field
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Good crowd energy
Organizers announce significant prize-money increase for 2025 edition
Jun 10, 2025Organizers confirmed a raised elite prize purse for the 2025 Maratón Powerade Monterrey, increasing the total prize fund to MXN 1,500,000 with MXN 250,000 for the men's and women's winners to attract a deeper international elite field.
2025 marathon race capacity sells out rapidly
Sep 2, 2025Race organizers reported that the full marathon registration for the 2025 event reached capacity within three weeks of opening, with approximately 12,000 marathon starters (including elites, charity entries and general entry) — the largest single-edition participation for the marathon distance to date.
This race qualifies for the Boston Marathon
Race Weekend
Other distances available
Notable Landmarks
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.
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- 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)
- 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)
- Online Registration
- In-Person Registration (race expo)
- Charity Entry
- Tour Operator Packages
- Elite/Invited Athlete Entry
Cancellation & Refunds
Policy details
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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