The Puerto Vallarta Half Marathon and 5K are back on Sunday, November 15, starting and finishing at the Unidad Deportiva Municipal Agustín Flores Contreras, the city sports complex across from the Sheraton, known locally as El Estadio. It’s an early one: the 21K runners set off at 6:30 am and the 5K at 6:40 am, and the organizers suggest arriving 40 minutes before your start.
The route
According to the official race call, both races head north along the central lanes of Avenida Francisco Medina Ascencio. The 5K turns around near the Sunscape hotel, at about kilometer 2.5. The half marathon keeps going, turns into Marina Vallarta and loops back at the Tres Mares roundabout before returning to the Sheraton. The organizers note that the route can change without notice. If you’re driving along the hotel zone early that Sunday, keep in mind that runners will be on the central lanes.
There are categories for men and women from 18 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, and 60 and over, with trophies for the top three in each. Every runner gets a shirt, a race number, a timing chip and a commemorative medal, plus water and sports drink along the route. At the finish there are donuts, fruit and paletas (ice pops) for a sweet finish.
Registration and kit pickup
Registration is through the official race website. Kits are handed out on Friday, November 13, at Casino Life in Plaza Caracol, and on Saturday, November 14, at the sports complex, both days from 10 am to 6 pm. Runners who miss pickup lose their spot, so don’t leave it to chance.
Planning more of your stay? Our Puerto Vallarta events calendar lists what else is on this month, and our sports and activities guide has more ways to stay active in town.
Get directions: Unidad Deportiva Municipal Agustín Flores Contreras, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
