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The Manila Marathon stands as the premier running event in the Philippines—the “gold standard” of the country’s running calendar.

More than a race, it is a proud celebration of the Filipino spirit, bringing people together through a powerful blend of sport, culture, and heritage. 

As marathon tourism continues to grow across Asia, Manila takes the lead—opening its arms to the world with the passion and heart of a true runner.

Participants may select any of the following race categories:

42KM | 21KM | 10KM | 5KM

Please refer to the table below for the registration fees:

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EARLY BIRD

REGULAR

LATE

INCLUSIONS

5KM

P 1,400

P 1,600

P 2,000

Includes a singlet, bib, Finisher’s medal, Finisher’s towel, and drawstring bag

10Km

P 1,600

P 1,800

P 2,200

Includes a singlet, bib, Finisher’s medal, Finisher’s towel, and drawstring bag

21KM

P 2,600

P 2,800

P 3,200

Includes a singlet, bib, Finisher’s medal, Finisher’s towel, drawstring bag, and Finisher’s Shirt

42KM

3,200

3,400

3,800

Includes a singlet, bib, Finisher’s medal, Finisher’s towel, drawstring bag, and Finisher’s Shirt

Note: Please be advised that our registration involves additional costs, including processing and web fees in addition to the published registration fees. 

To claim the finisher’s entitlements, participants must present their race bib at the redemption booth within the race village after the run.

Note: RACE SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR UPDATES.​​

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ASSEMBLY TIME

GUN START

CUT-OFF TIME

42KM

10:00 PM (JUNE 12, 2026)

11:00 PM (JUNE 12, 2026)

8 HOURS

21KM

3:00 AM (JUNE 13, 2026)

4:00 AM (JUNE 13, 2026)

4 HOURS

10KM

4:00 AM (JUNE 13, 2026)

5:00 AM (JUNE 13, 2026)

2 HOURS

5KM

4:30 AM (JUNE 13, 2026)

5:40 AM (JUNE 13, 2026)

1 HOUR

– For 42KM, and 21KM, participants must be 18 years and above

– For 10KM, participants must be 16 years and above

– For 5KM, participants must be 13 years old and above. Kids 12 years old and below will be allowed to run provided he or she is accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Participants below the age of 18 must seek their parental/guardian consent and fill up the entry form where the parent/guardian is required to sign.

All participants need to register online in just three easy steps.

  1. Visit this link. From the Race Roster, register and choose your preferred mode of payment. 
  2. Third, fill out the form by choosing the race category, shirt sizes and provide complete info needed. Pay online via Gcash or Credit Card or Bank Transfer. 
  3. Once the registration fee is paid, participants will be receiving a confirmation email with a summary of information and payment fee from Manila Marathon with an email address of [email protected]. Please check your inbox, promotions folder and spam folder for the confirmation.

The online registration will start on March 13, 2026. You may refer to the registration website for the complete details.

Yes. We use a security system consistent with the banking industry standards of the Philippines.

The Manila Marathon will be held in SM MOA Complex, Pasay City.

The race is scheduled on June 12-13, 2026

All participants will receive race kits inclusive of race singlet and race bib with timing chip. Finisher’s entitlements are medal, drawstring bag, finisher’s shirt, and finisher’s towel. Please note that only finishers of the 21KM and 42KM are entitled to a finisher’s shirt.

We will keep you informed of any updates & announcements on our social media pages should onsite registration be available.

The Age Group Category is exclusive to the 42KM distance. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group:

  • 20–24
  • 25–29
  • 30–34
  • 35–39
  • 40–44
  • 45–49
  • 50–54
  • 55–59
  • 60–64
  • 65–69
  • 70–74
  • 75–79
  • 80 and above

Qualification is exclusive to 42KM Age Group winners. Only top finishers per age group are eligible to earn a qualified slot for the TCS Sydney Marathon.

No, the slot confirms eligibility and guaranteed entry, but race fees and expenses must still be paid by the participant.

Exclusive packages are available for qualified runners:

 

  • Option A: Race Fees Only 
  • Option B: Race Fees + Hotel Accommodation Package (Available in Standard, Deluxe, and Premium tiers)

 

Details and exact rates will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates.

Upon online registration, participants can choose to either pay by GCash, Credit Card and Grab Pay. A payment instruction will be provided to the participants as a guide.

No. All payment for Manila Marathon will be via GCash, Credit Card and Grab Pay only.

Once the registration fee is paid, participants will be receiving a confirmation email with a summary of information and payment fee from Manila Marathon with an email address of [email protected]. Please check your inbox, promotions folder and spam folder for the confirmation.

Participants may contact us via email at [email protected] or via the Manila Marathon Facebook Messenger. Our Customer Service is available to respond to queries and assist you from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on weekdays, and limited time on weekends.

Race kits can be claimed during the official Race Kit Claiming schedule.

Race Kit Claiming will be held from June 8-11, 2026, between 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM at the SM Mall of Asia Main Atrium..

Participants must present their confirmation email and a valid ID for verification upon claiming.

No, race kits must be collected in person by the registered participant. To claim the race kit, the registrant must present a copy of the confirmation email along with a valid ID.

Unfortunately, changing singlet and shirt sizes is not permitted after the registration form has been submitted. Participants are advised to refer to the race singlet and finisher’s shirt size charts on the online registration site before confirming their selection.

Delivery is not available for the Manila Marathon 2026.

42KM & 21KM (Local Category):

  • Top 10 male finishers
  • Top 10 female finishers

42KM & 21KM (International Category):

  • Top 5 male finishers
  • Top 5 female finishers

10KM & 5KM (Local Category only):

  • Top 5 male finishers
  • Top 5 female finishers

Yes, the run time of all runners will be tracked using our timing system so make sure you’re properly wearing your race bib during the race.

While we highly recommend wearing the official singlet, it’s not obligatory for participation. However, wearing of the race bib is required throughout the race.

Yes. There will be giveaways/freebies on the race event day.

To claim the finisher’s entitlements, participants must present their race bib at the redemption booth within the race village after the run.

Absolutely, we will provide baggage counters and designated changing tents at the Race Village.

Yes. There will be portalets inside the Race Village and along the Race Route.

Yes. Parts of the race route on the event day will be closed. Please refer to the official road advisory in the official race and LGU traffic advisories that will be deployed prior to the race for specific road closure timings.