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Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon

December 13, 2026 · 6:15 AMCiudad de México, Mexico

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Race Day

48°F

43–68°F · Feels cool

Total elevation gain

295ft

Moderate rolling hills · Net elevation change +0 ft

Participants

15K

Major marathon

Crowd Rating

7/ 10

Excellent spectator turnout

The Lowdown

Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon is the Mexican capital's edition of the Rock 'n' Roll Running Series, the IRONMAN Group's music-themed race series known for live bands, DJs, and cheer squads stationed along a closed course. The series first raced in Mexico City in the 2010s, went dormant after 2019, and returned on December 14, 2025 with OYSHO as title sponsor; the December 13, 2026 edition confirms the race is back on an annual footing rather than a one-off revival. The 21.0975 km course starts on Paseo de la Reforma between the Auditorio Nacional and the Campo Marte gate, runs a mostly flat route past the Bosque de Chapultepec and the Zona Rosa, and finishes inside Campo Marte, with a 3-hour-30-minute time limit and a capacity of 15,000 runners. Because Mexico City sits at roughly 2,240 meters of elevation, the reduced oxygen typically slows finish times relative to sea-level courses, even on flat terrain. Finishers receive a medal and race shirt, and the post-race festival continues the live-music theme with bands and a DJ at Campo Marte. Registration runs through runrocknroll.com and AsDeporte, with online sign-ups closing December 10, 2026 or when the race sells out, whichever comes first.

Minimum Age: 16 years
Entry Methods: Online via runrocknroll.com
Online via AsDeporte (event's Mexican registration partner)
Discounted entry through Rock 'n' Roll Running Series 'Plus' membership
Eligibility: Open to the general public
Race sits at roughly 2,240 meters / 7,350 feet of elevation, which affects pacing for runners not acclimated to altitude
No official minimum age is published for 2026; 16 is typical for comparable Rock 'n' Roll Running Series half marathons
Required Documents: Valid photo ID for race-kit pickup
Signed liability waiver at the expo/packet pickup
Cancellation & Refund Policy: No public refund policy is published for the 2026 edition; Rock 'n' Roll Running Series entries are generally non-refundable and non-deferrable, consistent with the series' other North American races.

01: The series previously raced in Mexico City in the 2010s, then was absent from the city starting in 2019 before returning December 14, 2025 with OYSHO as title sponsor.
02: The confirmed December 13, 2026 date marks a second consecutive year, putting the race back on an annual schedule rather than a single-year revival.
03: 2026 sponsors/partners include OYSHO, Powerade, Centrum, Sports World, Soriana, and Apolo.
04: The 2025 return edition offered both a Half Marathon and a 10K (the 10K sold out); as of the 2026 registration pages, only the Half Marathon distance is listed for sale.
05: The Rock 'n' Roll Running Series is owned and operated by the IRONMAN Group.

Questions about the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon 2026

When is the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon 2026?

Sunday, December 13, 2026.

Where is the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon?

Ciudad de México, Mexico.

What time does the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon start?

The race starts at 6:15 AM, local time.

What is the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon time limit?

3 hours 30 minutes.

How do I enter the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon 2026?

Registration is open. Dec 10, 2026: Online Registration Deadline. Ways in: Online via runrocknroll.com; Online via AsDeporte (event's Mexican registration partner); Discounted entry through Rock 'n' Roll Running Series 'Plus' membership.

How much does the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon 2026 cost?

Half Marathon: $75. Half Marathon (Plus Membership Rate): $68.

What is the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon elevation gain?

90 m (295 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Moderate rolling hills.

What is the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon course like?

It passes Paseo de la Reforma (start), Auditorio Nacional and Bosque de Chapultepec.

What is the weather like at the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon?

Race-day temperatures are usually 6–20 °C (43–68 °F). Feels cool.

How many runners does the Rock 'n' Roll Mexico City Half Marathon have?

15,000 participants. Major marathon.

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