Quito Ecuador Marathon 12/6/2026
About the race
The Central America Sweep Challenge is 9 marathons in 9 Central American countries in 21 days, with a quick low cost itinerary.
The races are planned so you can get from one country to another with no wasted time, mostly by direct nonstop flights.
You may run in as many countries as you want, and each race has a separate registration, so you may also skip a country.
Itinerary
- 1- 11/15/2026 Panama City International Marathon: host Hilton Panama (near the start). 11/16/2026 Panama City (PTY) to Comayagua Palmerola Intl (XPL), Copa Airlines 11:48am
- 2- 11/18/2026 Tegucigalpa Honduras Marathon: host Intercontinental Hotels Tegucigalpa At Multiplaza By IHG; course Circular Park Cerro Juana Lainez. 11/18/2026 Comayagua Palmerola (XPL) to San Salvador (SAL), Copa Airlines 7:30pm
- 3- 11/20/2026 San Salvador El Salvador Marathon: host Hotel City Centro by Marriott San Salvador; course Parque del Bicentenario (Bicentennial Park). 11/21/2026 San Salvador (SAL) to Managua (MGA), Avianca 9:55am
- 4- 11/23/2026 Managua Nicaragua Marathon: host City Express by Marriott Managua, other option Crowne Plaza Managua By IHG; course Lago de Managua loop around the lake. 11/24/2026 Managua (MGA) to Guatemala Airport (GUA), Avianca 3:20pm with stop (SAL)
- 5- 11/26/2026 Guatemala City Guatemala Marathon: host Hilton Garden Inn Guatemala City; course Avenida La Reforma in Guatemala City or Erick Barrondo Park. 11/27/2026 Guatemala Airport (GUA) to Belize City (BEZ), TAG Airlines or Tropic Air 11:55am
- 6- 11/29/2026 Belize City Belize Marathon: host Best Western Plus Belize City or Grand Resort & Residences; course Constitution Park or Memorial Park Belize City. 11/30/2026 Belize City (BEZ) to Cancun (CUN), TAG Airlines or Tropic Air 10:30am
- 7- 12/1/2026 Cancun Mexico Marathon: host Casa Nizuc Tribute Portfolio Resort Marriott; course Parque Ecologico Kabah or Ciclopista Boulevard Kukulcan. 12/2/2026 Cancun (CUN) to San Jose (SJO), Volaris 11:22am
- 8- 12/4/2026 Costa Rica San Jose Marathon: host Hilton San Jose La Sabana; course La Sabana Metropolitan Park. 12/4/2026 San Jose (SJO) to Quito (UIO), Avianca 4:45pm
- 9- 12/6/2026 Quito Ecuador Marathon: race director Jürgen Sinthofen (Vice president Marathon Country Club); host Wyndham Garden Quito; course Parque Bicentenial (old airport) with 5K loop or Parque La Carolina with 3.5K laps
Entry limits and registration
Each race is limited to 20 runners, first come first serve. The Early Bird limit is capped at 20 runners per race, and registration for all races closes once 20 per event is reached or 2 days before the event. Register as soon as races open.
Early Bird entry includes
The Early Bird registration fee for each marathon includes a finisher medal, a bib number and an official finisher time posted on the website. Late registrants are not guaranteed a finisher medal, so sign up at least one month before the event date.
Bib pickup and race briefing
Bib numbers are distributed and the mandatory race briefing is held at the host hotel at 5pm the evening before each event. The race director reserves the right to deny entry or start to anyone who misses the briefing.
Start times and travel timing
The start time for each marathon is sunrise in that event's country. Start times are subject to change depending on weather and local conditions and will be announced when bib numbers are issued at the briefing. Events could start as early as 12 hours before the announced date, depending on connection times and park opening times, so you must be in the country at least 18 hours in advance.
Finishers and awards
All finishers receive a medal and a finish results list; a finisher certificate is being considered.
Organizer contact
Race Director: Parvaneh Moayedi, +1 832 338 6095. Contact e-mail: [email protected]. Use WhatsApp and provide your phone number to be added to the WhatsApp group for up-to-date information.
Timing and distance control
Distance control
- Distance is controlled by timekeeper(s) under the race director.
- Each runner must carry a GPS watch or other GPS device with a minimum of 9 hours battery capacity as an additional distance control.
Cut-off
- The cut-off time is 9:00 after the start (No Runner Left Behind).
Permits and liability
The marathons avoid public roads and run without official permission, since most countries do not need permits for small groups to run in public parks. A permit or sponsor will be sought when needed but is not guaranteed. The events provide no insurance or medical services, and every runner participates solely at their own risk.
The organizers cannot be held liable if a race cannot be staged due to circumstances beyond their control or is stopped by authorities.
The organizer reserves the right to reject registrations without giving reasons. By registering you agree to all conditions above and sign the waiver.
What your entry includes
Cancellation policy
Athletes can cancel their registration, but no refund is given.
There are absolutely no refunds.
The course
The course is mostly flat and paved (not guaranteed), with multiple laps in all countries. Parque Bicentenial (old airport) has a 5K loop, or Parque La Carolina has 3.5K laps.
Self-support and travel
The races are self-supporting: participants bring their own drinks and nutrition. Travel insurance for emergencies and flight cancellations is advised. Visas might be required, and obtaining them is the sole responsibility of participants.
Race weekend schedule
Location
Wyndham Garden Quito, Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador Open in Google Maps