Xela Running Race Guatemala 21K

GUATEMALA RUNNING RACES 2024

Running races in Guatemala offers a unique blend of breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultural experiences. Each race stages the country’s diverse terrain and rich heritage. Participating in these races allows runners to experience Guatemala’s beauty and warmth, creating unforgettable memories and a deep appreciation for its remarkable scenery.

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Photo Credit: 21K Muni Guate Facebook Page

21K Ciudad De Guatemala

Date: 1 September 2024
The 21K Ciudad de Guatemala Race is an annual half-marathon running race held in Guatemala City. It brings to the city runners of various skill levels.

Amatitlan Lake Half Marathon

Date: 24 November 2024
This race is organized by The Maya Maratón Internacional. It brings runners together for a race around the scenic Lake Amatitlán. This running race offers distances of 10, 21, and 42 kilometers, with categories for both free and master participants.

Guatemala City MaxTott Half Marathon

Date: 26 January 2025
Traditionally held in January, this running race is also known as “La Carrera de los Barrios”. It is one of Central America’s oldest and most celebrated races. Established in 1936, the event has grown into one of Guatemala’s popular running races.

The 21-kilometer course starts at Juan Chapín Street in Zone 1 and runs through key areas, including Vista Hermosa Boulevard and ending at the iconic Estadio Doroteo Guamuch Flores.

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Photo Credit: Max Tott Facebook page

Quezaltenango Half Marthon

Date: 17 March 2024
The Xela 21K half marathon in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, known as the “Challenge of the Heights” and “21 Kilometers to Reach the Moon,” brings together professional, international, and amateur runners at an altitude of 7,634 feet. This running race will tests your physical endurance and mental strength. As a supporter, you will feel the unity of the community as they cheer and encourage the participants of this running race.

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Photo credit: Xela 21K Facebook Page

21K Las Rosas, Antigua

Date: 21 July 2024
Every year, a half marathon near La Antigua Guatemala precedes Saint James Day on July 25.

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Photo Credit: Las Rosas Antigua Guatemala Facebook page

Running Tours

For runners looking to visit Guatemala beyond its running races, running tours in Guatemala and Antigua provide a memorable experience. These guided tours combine the joy of running with the excitement of exploring a new city by foot. Running tours cover more ground than traditional tours. Whether you’re training for a running race or visiting as a tourist, they fit perfectly into your plans.

Antigua Half Marathon


This half marathon tour takes you through the main avenues and important historical sites of Antigua Guatemala. You’ll run on cobblestone streets and discover places like Ciudad Vieja, Jocotenango, and San Felipe.

Guatemala Eternal Spring City Tour – 21K


Come and get to know the most beautiful areas of Guatemala City by running a half marathon. With Guatemala’s mild climate and mostly flat terrain, this tour allows runners to savor the city’s sights at their own pace.

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Photo Credit: Go! Running Tours website

Guatemala City Downtown – 18K


Guatemala City has a temperate-warm climate almost all year round. The Guatemala City Downtown tour runs on a reasonably flat stretch, so its only difficulty may be the distance. However, our running races can be done at your speed to enjoy both ancient and modern architecture and beautiful gardens along the way.

Discover this Guatemala and Antigua by foot and feel its charm with every step.

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