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Rio de Janeiro Marathon
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
May 27, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
63 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km+1
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
BRRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Rio de Janeiro: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 38 races in Races in Rio de Janeiro with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions38Races & courses
Distances2.5 - 113 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,850 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Paraty Brazil by UTMB
Paraty, Brazil
September 23, 2027 to September 26, 2027Date confirmed
108 km58 km34 km25 km+2
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Sergey Pesterev · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Maratona de Niterói
Niterói, Brazil
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km15 km6 km2.5 km
Seaside & CoastKids & Youth Races+4
Photo: Sergey Pesterev · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Rio de Janeiro Half Marathon
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Ironman 70.3 Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113 km
City RunPublic Park+2
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Marathon Monumental de Brasília
Brasília, Brazil
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
Stormriders
São Paulo, Brazil
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
80 km40 km
City RunPoint-to-Point
Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Venus Womens Half Marathon
São Paulo, Brazil
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km15 km10 km5 km
City RunCharity Run
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Rio de Janeiro Marathon | Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, BR | Road Running | 63 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| May 1, 2027 - May 2, 2027 | Semi-Marathon International de Florianópolis | Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, BR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2027 - Sep 26, 2027 | Paraty Brazil by UTMB | Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro, BR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 108 km58 km34 km25 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Maratona de Niterói | Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, BR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km15 km6 km2.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Rio de Janeiro Half Marathon | Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, BR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman 70.3 Rio de Janeiro | Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, BR | Triathlon | 113 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Marathon Monumental de Brasília | Brasília, Distrito Federal, BR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Stormriders | São Paulo, São Paulo, BR | Road Cycling | 80 km40 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Venus Womens Half Marathon | São Paulo, São Paulo, BR | Road Running | 21.1 km15 km10 km5 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | International Tour of Pampulha | Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, BR | Road Running | 18 km |
| Dec 31, 2026 | Saint Silvester Road Race (Corrida de São Silvestre) | São Paulo, São Paulo, BR | Road Running | 15 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | São Paulo Marathon | São Paulo, State of São Paulo, BR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil, Rio de Janeiro) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 38 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, Niterói, and Brasília. Notable events in the selection include Rio de Janeiro Marathon, Paraty Brazil by UTMB, and Maratona de Niterói.
Race distances span from 2.5 km to 113 km, reaching up to +4,850 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Rio de Janeiro includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Rio de Janeiro?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 38 individual races in Races in Rio de Janeiro. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Rio de Janeiro Marathon, Paraty Brazil by UTMB, and Maratona de Niterói.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Rio de Janeiro?
Events in Races in Rio de Janeiro focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 2.5 km entry-level races up to 113 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, Niterói, and Brasília.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Rio de Janeiro?
The most selective courses in Races in Rio de Janeiro climb up to +4,850 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Rio de Janeiro?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.