Join Reggae Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5K 2026
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
Course details
Route Start on Nethersole Place, turn left onto Ocean Boulevard, right onto West Street then left onto Port Royal Street, continuing onto Marcus Garvey Drive to Eighth Avenue, proceed onto Shannon Drive, U-turn on Shannon Drive and return along Marcus Garvey Drive onto Port Royal Street, turning left onto Orange Street, right onto Water Lane (The Art Walk), left onto King Street, right onto Tower Street, right onto Church Street, left onto Water Lane (The Art Walk), then right onto East Street, left onto Harbour Street, then proceed onto Micheal Manley Boulevard, make a U-turn 250 meters after Hyslope Avenue and return along Michael Manley Boulevard, continuing onto Port Royal Street to finish at corner of Port Royal Street and Hanover Street.
RM 10K Route
Start on Nethersole Place, turn left onto Ocean Boulevard, right onto West Street, then right onto Port Royal Street, turning left onto Orange Street, right onto Water Lane (The Art Walk), left onto King Street, right onto Tower Street, right onto Church Street, left onto Water Lane (The Art Walk), right onto East Street, left onto Harbour Street, then proceed onto Michael Manley Boulevard, make a U-turn 250 meters after Hyslope Avenue and return along Michael Manley Boulevard, continuing onto Port Royal Street to finish at the corner of Port Royal Street and Hanover Street.
RM 5K Route
Start on Nethersole Place, turn left onto Ocean Boulevard, right onto West Street, then right onto Port Royal Street, turning left onto Orange Street, right onto Water Lane (The Art Walk), left onto King Street, right onto Tower Street, right onto Church Street, left onto Water Lane (The Art Walk), right onto East Street, left onto Harbour Street, then proceed onto Michael Manley Boulevard, make a U-Turn at Paradise Street and return along Michael Manley Boulevard, continuing onto Port Royal Street to finish at corner of Port Royal Street and Hanover Street.
Start address: Nethersole Place, Kingston, Jamaica
Finish address: Port Royal Street, Kingston, Jamaica
Route map
Register
Registration closes on 04 December (173 days left)
The current price step is valid until 31 July, 2026
selected tickets
Total
You can, within 24 hours after your registration, get a full refund if you change your mind.
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Practicalities
Age Limit
Marathon - 18; Half-marathon - 14; 10k - 10
Aid Stations
Medical stations and fully equipped ambulances positioned along the course and staffed by a premier multidisciplinary medical team.
Award Medals
All finishers of the Reggae Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K will receive a commemorative medal; Participation certificates will be awarded to all finishers, which will be available for downloading and printing after the event
Maximum Time
Start Time: 5:15am; Course remains open for 6 hours, Marathoners must reach the halfway mark in 3 hours
Race Kit Includes
Your Entry Fee includes free entry to world’s famous Pasta Party and Finish Line Beach Bash and T-shirt, bling medal and other goodies.
Refreshments
Aid Stations every mile – 25 in all, manned by experienced marathoners and enthusiastic volunteers; Cooling stations with misters and iced towel wraps
Timing
MYLAPS BibTag timing system; Gun and Chip Time results; Certified IAAF and AIMS course
Refund Policy
Should there be cancellation of the event, registrants will be rolled over to the following year
Frequently asked questions
Can someone collect my race pack for me?
Only upon notification to the organiser and with signed physical copy delivered on site
Can I change the distance after I purchase a ticket?
Only upon notification to the organiser and consent from organiser
What is the cancellation/refund policy for this event?
Entry fees are neither refundable nor transferable, and name changes are not allowed.
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.
