Key facts
| Marathon distance | 42.2 km1,2 2+ sources agree |
|---|---|
| 2026 date | 18 October1,2 sources differ: 18-19 |
| 2026 dates | 18 October 2026 (Sunday, start and finish at the Parc de la Mar) |
| How the date is set | Usually one Sunday in mid-October; in 2026 Sunday 18 October (one ticket-sales website gave 19 October). |
| Tickets | Entry is paid; the fees and the availability of places for 2026 were not established. Cheering along the route is free. |
| Best time to go | October; Sunday morning (start times in the organiser's rules) |
| Crowds | high in the centre and along the bay |
The colour next to a fact shows where it comes from: 2+ sources agree sources differ
Getting there
- By car from Palma: about 5 min, 1.4 km (our own measurement on the OSM road network, without traffic; method)
- On race day there are road closures and diversions in Palma; it is better to get to the centre by bus or train and leave the car outside the zone.
- Parking: Car parks outside the race zone.
- Restrictions: Street closures along the route.
Questions and answers
When is the Palma Marathon?
Usually in October; in 2026 on Sunday 18 October, with the finish at the Parc de la Mar. One website gave 19 October, so in future years confirm the date with the organiser.
Is there an entry fee for the Palma Marathon and are places available?
Entry is paid; we could not confirm the availability of places for 2026, so check on the organiser's website. Cheering along the route needs no ticket.
How do I get to the Palma Marathon and where do I park?
On race day some streets are closed and EMT uses diversions. It is best to walk or take a bus and leave the car outside the closure zone.
What should I watch out for as a spectator or resident during the Palma Marathon?
Plan your route around the closures and do not cross the course between runners; check the EMT bus diversions before you set out.
Nearby and related
Places to visit
- Palma Cathedral (La Seu) 0.2 km
- Royal Palace of La Almudaina 0.2 km
- Ensaïmada de Mallorca (PGI) 0.4 km
- Sobrassada de Mallorca (PGI) 0.4 km
- Es Baluard Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art 0.8 km
Beaches
- Cala Major 3.9 km
- Playa de Palma (Platja de Palma) 9.3 km
Hiking trails
Towns and villages
- Palma de Mallorca 0.4 km
Festivals and events
- Sant Joan Night, Palma 0 km
- Holy Week in Palma 0.2 km
- Palma Carnival: Sa Rua parade 0.4 km
- Festa de l'Estendard, Palma 0.4 km
- Copa del Rey MAPFRE sailing regatta, Palma 0.9 km
Related
More in this region: Palma and the Bay of Palma
Sources
- mallorca.com (accessed 2026-10-29)
- finishers.com (accessed 2026-10-29)
Checked 29 October 2026. Our own descriptions; figures from the sources above, with conflicting sources shown as a range.