(MVA) — Online registration is now open at www.raceroster.com for the 18th Annual Saipan Marathon, set to take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Hosted by the Marianas Visitors Authority, this internationally certified race invites runners from around the globe to experience the peaceful nature and relaxing island vibe of this scenic race in the western Pacific.
A signature event of MVA, the race remains a certified measured course by World Athletics in cooperation with the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races.
“Saipan Marathon is an invitation to run through the heart of what makes The Marianas so special and where the traditions of our ancestors meet the energy of today,” said MVA Managing Director Jamika R. Taijeron. “Here, traditional sailing canoes share the same horizon as our modern island communities, and untouched nature lives in harmony with everyday life. Saipan Marathon celebrates both our island beauty and our global spirit. We welcome runners from around the world to experience The Marianas in motion.”
With a new start and finish line at Paseo de Marianas in Garapan, this year’s marathon will return to its iconic Beach Road course, known for its gentle elevation changes and uninterrupted views of Saipan’s lagoon. With an ongoing rebound in lagoon marine life, keen-eyed participants may spot sea turtles, fish schools, or stingrays along the way.
Early Bird Registration (Now–Dec. 31, 2025)
Category U.S./Int’l CNMI Residents & U.S. Military Youth (≤18 for 10K/5K)
Full Marathon $80 ǀ $60
Half Marathon $60 ǀ $50
10K / 5K $50 ǀ $40 ǀ $35
Participants must be age 18 or older for the full marathon and 14 or older for the half marathon. Cash prizes will be awarded to top finishers and by age division.
All participants receive:
• Official Saipan Marathon 2026 Booklet
• Limited Edition Official Saipan Marathon 2026 T-shirt
• Certificate of Completion
• Awards Banquet Entry (March 7)
Participants in the full marathon, half marathon, and 10K will also receive an official Saipan Marathon 2026 medal.
Registration fees will increase on Jan. 1, 2026, and again on Feb. 26, 2026. The final deadline to register is 5:00 p.m. ChST on March 4, 2026.
The event is co-organized by Northern Marianas Athletics and sanctioned under its official rules and regulations. Saipan Marathon 2024 attracted over 600 registrants from 19 countries and territories.
For more information, visit raceroster.com or www.mymarianas.com/, or contact MVA Community Projects Coordinator Ed Diaz at (670) 664-3210 or communityprojects@mymarianas.com/.