Mar del Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
The Maraton de Mar del Plata draws approximately 2,000 finishers each April on a scenic coastal road in Mar del Plata, Argentina. Its Argentine autumn date and dramatic coastline are the race's big draw. The route passes Atlantic cliffs, beachfront boulevards, and resort-city roads beside the ocean. Atlantic cliffs and beachfront boulevards climb beside resort-city roads on Argentina's autumn coastline, where ocean exposure defines both beauty and effort.
Maraton de Mar del Plata is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
The next Maraton de Mar del Plata is scheduled for Sunday, 4 April 2027 with a 8:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 150 m of climbing on a rolling with moderate climbs layout.
Starts and finishes on the seafront in Mar del Plata. The route passes Atlantic cliffs, beachfront boulevards, and resort-city roads beside the ocean. Cliff-top rollers and sea-breeze exposure shape the middle miles, with resort crowds thick along the Atlantic promenade finish.
The Maraton de Mar del Plata course is rolling with moderate climbs over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 150 metres of climbing and 140 metres of descent, with a net climb of 10 metres from start to finish.
The Maraton de Mar del Plata accepts open registration through raceseries.newbalance.com.ar with no lottery or qualifying standard. Sign-up for the April race typically opens a few months beforehand. International runners apply through the same online portal as local club runners.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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