The Early Years
2014Established in 2014, the Miami Marathon is now 12 years old. From its first edition in Miami, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in United States.
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Course & Elevation
The Miami Marathon is one of the flattest marathons in the United States, starting in the Wynwood Arts District and finishing at the American Airlines Center downtown. The course winds through historic neighborhoods, crosses multiple bridges, and offers spectacular views of Biscayne Bay and Miami's downtown skyline.
Surface: road Profile: Flat
Weather
Temperature 24°C
Humidity 65%
Rain Chance 20%
Warm and pleasant with mild humidity. January weather in Miami is ideal for running with comfortable temperatures and minimal rainfall expected.
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A Course Built for Speed
2023The course record of 02:08:57, set by Abdi Nageeye in 2023, speaks to what the Miami Marathon offers elite athletes: a fast, honest course where serious times are achievable. The record has drawn increasingly competitive fields year after year.
The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Miami Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Miami has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.
Where It Begins
For thousands of runners each year, the Miami Marathon is their first marathon. The combination of a forgiving course, generous time limits, and supportive crowds has earned this race a reputation as the place where marathon journeys begin. The first-timer energy on race morning is palpable.
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Course Record
02:08:57
Abdi Nageeye (2023)
Registration
Registration Opens August
Registration Closes January
Entry Cost $165-$225
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Fun Facts
- ▸ The Miami Marathon is one of the fastest and flattest marathons in North America, making it a popular Boston qualifier.
- ▸ The course passes through multiple iconic Miami neighborhoods including Wynwood, Allapattah, Little Havana, and Downtown Miami.
- ▸ The finish line at the American Airlines Center, home of the Miami Heat, allows runners to celebrate in an actual NBA arena.
- ▸ Despite January being Miami's peak tourist season, the race has grown to attract nearly 25,000 participants from around the world.
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