And then there was one.
The final stage of our Midnight Runner Series is here at long last, and this time runners can look forward to the idyllic scenery of the Magdalena Grand Beach & Golf Resort in Tobago as their backdrop as they put sneakers to pavement for one last time at midnight for 2026.
So far the series took running aficionados from the night life at Ariapita Avenue, to the sounds and rhythm at the road side in Chaguaramas at the Military Museum, to the long pilgrimage to Dinsley on the Bus Route and back, which included the Ekiden Relay and Secondary Schools Half Marathon Relay.
That was a mouthful I know, but we hope you still have an appetite for one more course, as the night comes to Lowlands Tobago.
What to look out for
The Midnight 10K Magdalena promises a unique race-night experience at the stunning Magdalena Grand Beach & Golf Resort in Tobago.
Whether you choose to run or walk the 10K course, you can look forward to an unforgettable midnight adventure, complete with a magnificent glow-in-the-dark finisher’s medal to commemorate your achievement.
There is plenty more to look forward to along the way, including race-course photography to capture those special moments, hydration and motivation stations to keep you going, and lots of prizes to be won.
Once you cross the finish line, the celebration continues with the sounds of steelpan, calypso, soca and more.
Better yet, part proceeds from the event will go towards charity, giving participants another reason to be part of the experience.
Participants are asked to meet at 11.30pm on Saturday, October 24, 2026, ahead of the race start at 12.01am on Sunday, October 25.
The starting location can be found here: (https://maps.app.goo.gl/X3NGbCCPBWN5Fpvu6), while participants can familiarise themselves with the course using the interactive race route: (https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/IyDNhwRnFj).
And of course, safety remains a priority, with the course to be closed to vehicular traffic using barriers. As with all Bafasports events, the necessary police permissions and security measures will be in place to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
What you missed last time around…
The 2026 T&T Midnight Marathon brought hundreds of runners to the Queen’s Park Savannah in the wee hours of Mother’s Day morning, with the 26.2-mile challenge accompanied by the Ekiden Relay and Secondary Schools Half Marathon Relay.
There was something for everybody, from the R&B concert next door providing an unexpected soundtrack to the pre-race build-up, to the familiar Bafasports race-village vibes, enthusiastic supporters and music crews helping runners through the night.
As Bafasports Ambassador Jeunesse Wilson recalled, the atmosphere helped ease the nerves before the starter’s horn sent the field on its way.
Kenyan distance runner Alex Ekesa continued his impressive record on local roads, adding another Midnight Marathon victory to his Trinidad and Tobago International Marathon title and record-breaking UWI SPEC Half Marathon performance.
Colombia’s Palmenia Agudelo was the first woman across the line, celebrating her fifth appearance at the event with another memorable performance.
The team events brought their own share of excitement, with Tobago’s PPF men taking top honours in the Ekiden Relay, while Queen’s Royal College captured the Secondary Schools Half Marathon Relay as the sun rose over the Savannah.
Beyond the podium finishes, the marathon was a test of endurance and determination.
Wilson, competing in her sixth marathon, battled through pain before discovering that she had won her age group.
And she was far from alone in finding something deeper along the course, with fellow ambassador Kaitlin Ferreira reflecting on the personal challenges that running forced her to confront.
The numbers told their own story, too.
Participation increased by 14 per cent, from 342 runners in 2025 to 390 in 2026, marking the event’s largest field in two decades. From international competitors to seasoned local runners revisiting the course decades after their first appearance, the Midnight Marathon once again demonstrated that its appeal stretches well beyond the finish line.
So we’ll see you in Tobago!
From the streets of Port of Spain to the coastal roads of Chaguaramas and the long haul through Dinsley, the Midnight Runner Series has given runners plenty of reasons to lace up after dark in 2026.
Now, with Tobago providing the backdrop for the final chapter, there is one more opportunity to chase a personal best, share the experience with fellow runners or simply enjoy the magic of the midnight miles.
So pack your running shoes, bring your energy and get ready to make one last memory before the series calls time on another year. Tobago awaits!
