Marrakech International Marathon
Marrakech International Marathon offers a fast winter route through palm-lined roads and historic-city scenery, with dry air and bright January sun.
Quick facts
- Winter destination marathon with a large Moroccan and international field.
- Broad, mostly fast roads pass palms, gardens, and historic-city scenery.
- Five-hour-30-minute course limit requires deliberate pacing.
- Cool start and stronger late-morning sun create a notable temperature swing.
About the Marrakech International Marathon
Marrakech International Marathon is Morocco's best-known mass marathon and a winter destination race with strong domestic and international fields. The weekend also includes a separately raced half marathon.
Course
The marathon uses broad roads around Marrakech, passing palm groves, gardens, and stretches near the old city. The layout is generally fast, though gentle false flats and long sun-exposed sections can become more noticeable late.
Race-day weather
Late January often starts cool and dry before warming under strong sun. Runners should plan for a meaningful temperature swing even when the morning forecast looks ideal.
Past Marrakech International Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, January 31, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, January 25, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, January 26, 2025 | — | — |
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Marrakech International Marathon FAQ
When is the Marrakech International Marathon?
The 2027 Marrakech International Marathon is on Sunday, January 31, 2027.
Is Marrakech International Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Marrakech International Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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