Málaga Marathon 2026
Sun 8th November 2026
The Málaga Marathon 2026 (Generali Maratón de Málaga) which takes place on the Sunday 14th November 2026 has become one of the most successful long-distance running events in Spain. Following the record-breaking success of recent years, the 2026 edition continues to offer a fast, flat course that appeals to both elite athletes and recreational runners. Held annually in late autumn, it is one of two major road marathons in Andalucia, alongside the Seville Marathon.
Key Malaga Marathon Details
- Start & Finish Location: Paseo del Parque (in front of Málaga City Hall / University Rectorate)
- Distances: Full Marathon (42.2K) and Half Marathon (21.1K), plus parallel events like the Brunch Run and Kids Race
- Time Limit: 5 hours and 30 minutes for the full marathon (finishes close around 2:00 PM)
- Field Capacity: Limited to a total of 12,000 bibs across the events
- Registration Cost: Standard entries range from moderate to higher tiers (approx. €80 to €110+ for standard race slots, with VIP options higher)
- Registration Deadline: Open until November 2, 2026, or until bibs sell out
Hashtag
#GeneraliMaratonMalaga26
Málaga Marathon 2025
The 2025 edition was a historic day for the city as both men’s and women’s course records were beaten. Ugandan runner Mande Bushendich won the men’s race in 2:06:07, making his marathon debut. In the women’s category, Ethiopia’s Misgane Alemayehu took the title with a time of 2:24:43. The event saw a record participation of over 22,000 registrants, solidifying Málaga’s position as the fourth fastest marathon in Spain, following after Valencia, Barcelona, and Seville
Malaga Marathon 2022
Asrar Abderehman Hiyrden (2.04.43) winner with course record.
