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Reggae

Reggae Marathon

The Reggae Marathon & Half Marathon is Jamaica’s premier international long-distance race event.

Next edition

2026 · 6 Dec 2026

Where

🇯🇲 Kingston, Jamaica

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Marathon
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About

The race

The Reggae Marathon & Half Marathon is Jamaica’s premier international long-distance race event. Long distance race enthusiasts as well as beginners, have converged in Negril, Jamaica’s capital of casual, for a fun event characterized by good vibes and lots of Reggae music for the past 24 years ! In 2025, the event celebrates its 25th anniversary and moves to Jamaica’s capital, Kingston where enthusiastic supporters come out along the looped, internationally certified course to support participants. Meanwhile, hard working volunteers offer uniquely packaged water and re-hydration fluids at every mile. The pulsating Reggae music on the course also keeps participants in an “irie” spirit, as they burn the mileage. Other related  Reggae Marathon events, like the internationally rated gourmet Pasta Party and Registration & Expo, have participants and supporters alike, humming with activity. The Finish Line Beach Bash affords everyone to relax with special offerings and entertainment geared towards having the best time. All in all, the Reggae Marathon Event is uniquely Jamaican with an international appeal

Location

Kingston, Jamaica

North America · typically 27°C (81°F) on race day

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Every year

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Getting in

  • First come, first served

    Registration now open online at www.reggaemarathon.com; online registration deadline December 1, 2026, or register on-site in Kingston December 4–5, 2026. No race morning registration.

  • Local residents

    Local Registration is open to Jamaican Permanent Residents only.

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  • Other

    Online registration is open; register via the official registration link.

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