Mendoza Marathon

About the Event

The Mendoza International Marathon (MIM) 2026 is a premier South American athletic event scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Mendoza, Argentina. First established in 1999, the marathon is celebrated for its breathtaking course that descends from the Andes Mountains, passing through the vineyards of Luján de Cuyo and alongside the Mendoza River before finishing at the historic gates of General San Martín Park. The event is IAAF and AIMS certified, attracting over 10,000 runners globally to experience the natural beauty and world-class wine culture of the region.

Distance	Start Time	Start Location	Bus Departure
42K (Marathon)	8:00 AM	Cacheuta Bridge	5:30 AM
21K (Half)	8:00 AM	Portal Vistalba	5:30 AM
10K	8:00 AM	Palmares Valley	6:30 AM
4K (Recreational)	11:30 AM	General San Martin Park	N/A

Mendoza is a key province in Western Argentina with a population of approximately 2 million residents. The region's demographic is largely of European descent, primarily Spanish and Italian, which heavily influences the local architecture and gastronomy. Mendoza is the heart of Argentina's wine industry, producing nearly two-thirds of the country's wine, with a specific global reputation for Malbec. The city itself is characterized by its unique irrigation system (acequias) and lush urban forests, designed to create an oasis in an otherwise arid climate. With a median household income that ranks among the highest in the country, the province is a hub for both agricultural exports and mountain-based tourism.

Participants for the 2026 edition should note that Kit Collection takes place at the Nave Cultural on May 1st and 2nd; there is no kit delivery on race day. A mandatory medical certificate must be uploaded to the runner's digital account or presented during accreditation. The official kit features a vibrant red ASICS technical T-shirt, inspired by Mendoza's autumn foliage. Optional services, such as the "Official Bus" to the starting lines and the "MIM Wine & Dinner" celebration, can be added during registration. While the 42K, 21K, and 10K races start early to take advantage of the cool mountain air, all distances culminate in a shared finish line experience at the park gates, accompanied by medical support and hydration stations every few kilometers.

Races Offered

10k

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$64.00

21k

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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08:00

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$77.50

42k

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$95.00

4k

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 4K

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Type — Running

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11:30

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$50.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Mendoza.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 7.4° / 16.2°

wb_sunny 4.5° / 13.4°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 6.0 /

water_drop 57.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 7.4° / 16.2°

wb_sunny 4.5° / 13.4°

air 6.0 km/h

water_drop 57.3%

About Mendoza

Learn more about the host city, Mendoza.

Mendoza is a city in western Argentina, in the desert Cuyo region. Mendoza is the center of the Argentinian wine industry, for which it is world renowned. It is also near the Aconcagua, the highest mountain outside of the Himalayas. Mendoza is the capital of the province of Mendoza.