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Bogotá Half Marathon Opens Registration: 10K and 21K Races July 26
The Media Maratón de Bogotá offers 10K and 21K distances with early registration already open for the July 26 event.
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How we reported this
The Bogotá Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, July 26, 2026, with 10K and 21K distances starting at Simón Bolívar Park and drawing over 40,000 participants.
Upcoming Event Details
This flagship running event follows the Carrera Atlética Compensar held on July 5, 2026, at Gran Estación, which featured 3K, 5K, 10K and new 15K distances for approximately 8,000 participants. The half marathon builds directly on that earlier race by expanding distances and participant numbers at a central park location known for large-scale starts.
Why the Timing Matters
The July 26 date places the half marathon one week after the Compensar event, allowing runners to use the shorter distances as preparation while the weekly Ciclovía continues every Sunday from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. across 120 km of closed roads. This sequence gives participants repeated opportunities to train on car-free streets before the main race.
Local Participation Options
Weekly community runs such as the Founders Running Club Bogotá 5K on Saturdays and Midnight Runners Bogotá 4K at Parque El Virrey provide regular training routes. Earlier events like the Carrera de las Rosas in Teusaquillo on May 24, 2026, and Wings for Life World Run at Parque de los Novios on May 10, 2026, have already drawn runners into similar formats combining fitness with community elements.
Registration and Course Facts
Early registration for the Bogotá Half Marathon opened at approximately 310,000 COP for individuals, with group rates available for 20 or more people. The course begins at Simón Bolívar Park and aligns with the finish of the Bogotá Marathon planned for October 18, 2026, which starts at Parque Predio Country Comodoro. The half marathon also ties into Expomedia 2025 at Corferias for kit collection, though the 2026 edition follows the same pattern of pre-race activities.
Runners can prepare through ongoing Ciclovía sessions or the listed community clubs ahead of the July 26 start. Check official channels for updated entry and course information closer to the date.