Sunday’s 42K runs from Praia da Reserva to Flamengo
The race’s coastal route passes through the Barra, Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana areas. Use the final full-distance map to establish exact turns and aid locations. The early start and different finish make the outward transfer and post-race journey separate tasks; a hotel near the finish does not place you beside the start.
The ticket page uses Recreio Beach in promotional text but specifies Praia da Reserva in its detailed starting instructions. Follow the final wave assignment and precise assembly map before arranging a drop-off. Its generic location panel shows Marina da Glória, which should not replace the full-marathon start address.
The 42K registration process differs by entry category. General applicants use a ballot and purchase windows, while the official international-runner channel describes direct entry. Check the category that applies to you, and remember that registration is confirmed only after successful payment and subject to available places.
The organizer requires kit collection at the assigned date and location and does not promise collection elsewhere. Build that appointment into the trip before selecting flights. The full marathon has a minimum age of 20, and the separate 21K-plus-42K challenge adds another race; verify the exact product before choosing a training schedule or assuming the cheapest advertised entry covers the full distance.
Confirmed race date
Rio de Janeiro Marathon: May 30, 2027. Verified on October 14, 2026 against the official event information.
Last-known race profile
These details identify the race page; they do not establish the next edition's operations. The previous race date does not establish the next edition. Use the confirmed date above and recheck the final participant instructions before committing to a race-day schedule.