Medio Maratón Tulum

The Medio Maratón Tulum is a young but quickly popular half marathon held in the Riviera Maya town known for its turquoise coast and Mayan heritage. Organized locally by ASdeporte, the event has become a festive year‑end fixture for regional runners and visiting athletes seeking a scenic December race in warm weather. While it is not listed among AIMS or World Athletics certified races and is not a Boston Marathon qualifier, the race is staged with local federation sanctioning and course measurement to Mexican national standards to ensure accurate timing and fair competition. The course highlights combine coastal vistas, tropical jungle edges and the charming streets of Tulum Pueblo. Runners experience flat, fast stretches along the coastal highway and seaside avenues with ocean breezes, punctuated by shaded tree-lined sections and glimpses of cenote areas and archaeological atmosphere on approach to the town. The early 06:30 start creates comfortable running temperatures and a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere — music, local vendors, and cultural touches (Mayan-themed aid stations and finish‑area festivities) give the race a relaxed, celebratory feel that appeals to both competitive runners chasing personal bests and recreational participants enjoying a memorable destination race.