Medio Maratón Cozumel

Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico
May 3, 2026 at 5:30 AM

The Lowdown

The ½ Maratón Cozumel Microbiot FIT is a community-focused half marathon staged in San Miguel de Cozumel and organized by the Municipio de Cozumel alongside the Government of Quintana Roo and Fhinix Sports as part of the island’s Go Run MX series. The race starts at Parque Quintana Roo in the early morning (21K start 5:30 a.m.) and offers 5K, 10K and 21.097 km options—an event designed to showcase Cozumel’s coastal setting while promoting local sport and tourism. Entrants receive a commemorative shirt, bag and finisher medal, and the organizers publish clear race rules, chip timing and time-limits to ensure a safe, well-managed experience. The course highlights include a start/finish at Parque Quintana Roo with routing that takes runners along scenic coastal avenues and landmark seaside promenades around San Miguel, giving steady sea breezes and island views that make it a popular destination-race for both local and visiting runners. The atmosphere is festive but competitive—early starts, route aid stations, medical support, bag drop and chip timing create a reliable race-day experience suitable for racers chasing a fast, flat half and for recreational runners after a memorable island finish. Organizers state that routes are measured in accordance with IAAF/AIMS procedures and standards, though official organizer materials do not advertise a World Athletics label; also note that half-marathon results are not eligible as Boston Marathon qualifiers (Boston accepts certified full-marathon times only).

Race Day

Weather Forecast

🌤️
spring
warm

Elevation

Terrain Profile

⛰️

Relatively flat course

Participants

Field Size

👥
2,500RUNNERS

Medium-sized race

Crowd Rating

Spectator Support

👏
5/ 10

Good crowd energy

Course Highlights
1

Parque Quintana Roo

Starting and finishing point in the heart of San Miguel with race staging, shade and spectator areas

2

Avenida Rafael E. Melgar (Malecón)

Scenic seafront boulevard offering ocean views, palm trees and views of cruise ships

3

Museo de la Isla de Cozumel

Island museum on the waterfront near the ferry terminal serving as a cultural landmark on the route

4

Punta Langosta Pier (Cruise Terminal)

Busy pier and promenade area adjacent to downtown where runners pass close to cruise ship docks

5

Iglesia de San Miguel (Parroquia de San Miguel)

Historic parish church in the town center near plazas and municipal buildings

6

Parque Benito Juárez

Central civic square and municipal palace area commonly used by spectators and race services

Race Weekend

Other distances available during the event weekend:

10K (6.2 miles / 10 km)
5K (3.1 miles / 5 km)
Destination

Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico

MX

Est. Hotel Cost
$160/ night

Average rate for 3-star accommodations near the start line

Minimum Age
16years
Time Limit
03:30

Eligibility

  • Open to all nationalities
  • Meet the age minimum of 16 for the half marathon

Required Documents

  • Official ID
  • Signed waiver

Entry Methods

  • Online registration

Cancellation & Refund Policy

No refunds - check with organizer website for more information as it becomes available

The flat, mostly coastal course offers consistent ocean views and is considered fast—a great opportunity for PRs on a relatively traffic-free island route.

Finishers receive a custom finisher medal and a technical race shirt, with post-race food, hydration and a beer garden for participants.

Aid stations are provided roughly every 2–3 kilometers with water, electrolyte drink and sports gels, and medical support is available along the course.

Race weekend includes a small race expo with bib pick-up and vendors, a kids' fun run, and a pre-race pasta dinner option organized by the race team.

Travel tips: arrive early by flight or ferry from Playa del Carmen, expect limited on-island parking near the start area, bring sunscreen and a hat for strong sun exposure, and plan for an early 5:30 AM start to avoid midday heat.

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