Trinidad & Tobago Midnight Marathon 2026 Guide
ATHLETE GUIDE – Trinidad & Tobago Midnight Marathon 2026 Guide
The Marathon Committee and sponsors of the Trinidad and Tobago Midnight Marathon 2026 welcome you to our race. You, the participant, whether you are an elite athlete or a back-of-the-pack finisher, are our number one concern. We want you, in spite of the demands of the marathon, to enjoy yourself, to be as comfortable as possible in an event as grueling as this one.
The RULES OF THE RACE, as outlined below, are intended to further this aim. In order that the race may be conducted in accordance with the rules of World Athletics, you are requested to READ THEM CAREFULLY, and ensure that on race day you comply with them in order to avoid disqualification, ban or embarrassment. Abide by the rules and have a great race!
RULES OF THE RACE:
1. Registration fees must be paid and entries completed by Saturday, 9th May, 2026
Athletes who fail to complete registration & payment by this date will not be allowed to enter the race.
2. Bibs are not to be transferred on race day under any circumstance. Doing so will result in immediate disqualification. This compromises medical and emergency contact information as well as the race results.
3. Race Bib collection will be held over three days
Click here for locations and times: https://bafasports.com/ttmmbib2026
Order number and ID is required to collect your or a friend’s package. (soft/digital copy of the ID is acceptable)
4. PRIZES will be awarded as follows:
(Note, monetary prizes will be paid via bank transfer)
Top 3 Male and Female
1st: TT$16,000.00
2nd: TT$8,000.00
3rd: TT$4,000.00
Top 1 Age Group
Athlete’s age will be calculated as “age on race day”.
TT$600.00
Fastest Team Male and Female
TT$1,000.00
Largest Team
TT$1,000.00
5. You will be assigned a race number which you must wear at all times during the race. The number MUST BE PINNED TO THE FRONT OF YOUR CHEST. Failure to display your number at any point in the race could lead to instant disqualification. NUMBERS MUST NOT BE CUT, ALTERED OR SEPARATED IN ANY WAY. At the finish line allow officials to REMOVE the bib tab at the bottom, follow instructions.
6. All participants will start at 12:01 a.m. on 10 May, 2026. DUE TO THE DARKNESS PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUESTED TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION ON THE ROUTE.
Reminder to gather on SATURDAY NIGHT at 11:30 p.m. for the Trinidad & Tobago Midnight Marathon on 9 May, 2026. The race starts on SUNDAY MORNING at 12:01 a.m. on 10 May, 2026. The cut off time for participants on the course is 8:00 a.m., at which point the roads will be re-opened.
7. Secure parking can be found at the Queen’s Park Savannah. Regular parking can also be found on the side streets in and around the Savannah & Environs. (Please remember not to leave valuables in your vehicle, and aim to arrive early to secure parking).
GPS Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/d6PobaRA7iPHnbLE9
8. Assemble at the race village at least 30 minutes before the start of your race. This is located in the National Carnival Commission (NCC) Grand Stand, Queens Park Savannah (opposite NAPA). Electronic timing will be used via an RFID tag attached to your race bib. Failure to collect your race bib prior to race day will disallow you from starting the race. There will be a warm up 15 minutes before the start of the race.
GPS Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/d6PobaRA7iPHnbLE9
9. The marathon course is exactly 26.2 miles (42.195 km). A map of the course has been advertised. Your turnaround point is situated near St Michael Road (14.3 mi). Run/walk on the left side of the road. Allow elite or fast marathoners to pass on your right.
Zoomable Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3348466435527936886 or https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/Z9fYDAP26C
10. At the start line, elite athletes will be given front line preference by Marshals. The Marathon race will be started by horn at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, 10th of May.
11. The course will be closed off from most vehicular traffic. Although sections of the course are closed to vehicular traffic, caution should be exercised at all times.
12. There will be WATER at the start and finish and water stations at Mile 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 , 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 22, and 25 (Note that you’ll revisit the water stops between miles 4-13 on the way back due to the out and back course on the Priority Bus Route). There will also be four (4) POWERADE replacement fluid stations, the first at approximately Mile 4 and the second at Mile 10, the third at Mile 13, and the fourth at Mile 22. Marathoners are advised to drink a little at ALL stations to avoid dehydration.
| 💧💧 Start – Queen’s Park Savannah (in front the Grand Stand) |
| 💧 Mile 1 – Stollmeyer’s Castle, around the savannah |
| 💧 Mile 2 – KPMG Belmont, around the savannah |
| 💧 Mile 3 – After Scotia Bank on Richmond St |
| 💧💧 Mile 4 – Mile 4 – South Quay, Bus Terminus 🚻 |
| 💧 Mile 5 – Mile 5 – PBR Beetham |
| 💧 Mile 6 – PBR, Beetham |
| Mile 7 – PBR Barataria, 7th Ave |
| 💧 Mile 8 – PBR Aranguez, Aranguez Rd |
| 💧 Mile 9 – PBR Aranguez, 5th St |
| 💧💧 Mile 10 – PBR St Joseph, Rafferty St 🚻 |
| 💧 Mile 11 – PBR St Augustine, Bellesmythe St |
| 💧 Mile 12 – PBR Tunapuna, Tunapuna Rd |
| 💧💧 Mile 13 – PBR Tacarigua, Sargeant St 🚻 |
| Mile 14 – PBR Dinsley Rd |
| Mile 15 PBR Eddie Hart |
| Mile 16 – PBR Tunapuna, Constantine Park |
| Mile 17 – PBR Tunapuna, Pasea St |
| Mile 18 – PBR St Augustine, Southern Main Road |
| Mile 19 – PBR St Jospeh, Sagan |
| Mile 20 – PBR Aranguez, Back St |
| Mile 21 – PBR Barataria, Don Miguel Rd |
| 💧💧 Mile 22 – PBR, Toyota 🚻 |
| Mile 23 – PBR, 19th st Beetham |
| Mile 24 – PBR, Central Market |
| 💧 Mile 25 – Nicholas Towers, Independence Square |
| Mile 26 – Bishop Anstey High School , Chancery Lane |
| Finish 26.2 – Queen’s Park Savannah (in front the Grand Stand) |
Key:
💧💧 Powerade stop
💧 Water stop
🚻 Washroom
You are advised to drink a little at ALL stations to avoid dehydration.
Photographers will be strategically placed along the route to capture your race effort. Look sharp! 📸🏃♂️🏃♀️
Toilets will be located at the race village.
Medics will be stationed along the course as well as at the start/finish. An ambulance will be on the course as well.
Look out for the Subway Vibes Crew.
13. The course will be marked in MILES. Markers will be placed on the left side on the roads/streets. There will also be marshals along the route to guide you dressed in reflective vests.
14. YOU ARE NOT PERMITTED TO RIDE IN ANY VEHICLE, BICYCLE OR ANIMAL-DRAWN CART DURING THE RACE. Should you wish to drop out of the race, you are free to do this at any point. BUT YOU MUST NOT LATER CROSS THE FINISH LINE OR YOU WILL FACE DISCIPLINARY ACTION.
15. In accordance with World Athletics rules, participants are warned that PACING IS NOT PERMITTED. If any athlete is suspected of being paced by another non-registered runner/s, or by cyclist/s, he/she will be warned by race officials to desist. Failure to comply could lead to disqualification or ban. Personal supporting vehicles are not allowed on the course, and are discouraged as they can obstruct other runners on the course.
16. Please note that course monitors will be strategically positioned along the route to ensure that all participants complete the full course as prescribed. Any athlete found to have taken a shortcut or deviated from the official route will be subject to disqualification. There will be video tripods throughout the race course.
17. Only persons who have completed the entire race on foot must enter the chute at the finish line. All finishers will receive a medal, however only those confirmed to have reached the turning points and crossed the finish line will be eligible for prizes. After you complete your race please follow the instructions from the race marshals who will guide you towards the medal collection area.
18. Results will be reviewed for queries prior to prize presentation. The top 3 male and top 3 female finishers of the marathon will be requested to present themselves at the stage area for a formal presentation. Prize presentation will be held on race day. Age group prizes will also be presented on the day. Full results will be available after verification by the day’s end and made final after verification within 4 weeks thereafter. Participants can visit www.bafasports.com/results to view results.
19. Reports of irregularities or queries about your placing should be made on race day to the Race Director and via the support channel: https://bafasports.com/support
Any results announced on race day will be considered provisional until all queries are entertained, and a full report is submitted by the Race Director and Lead Timing Officer.
20. The course will be closed to vehicular traffic from 12:01 – 8:00 am. Athletes whose progress during the race indicates that they will finish well after 8:00 am will be so advised by race officials and provided with transport off the course for your own safety. SHOULD YOU DECIDE TO REFUSE TRANSPORT YOU CONTINUE AT YOUR OWN RISK, THE ORGANISERS CANNOT GUARANTEE SUPPORT PERSONNEL BEYOND 8AM (e.g. medical personnel, water stations, marshals).
21. Bone conduction sports headphones are the only headphones that are approved for use in all road races staged by Bafasports. “In ear” headphones cannot be used in events where roads are open to traffic. Using ear-sealing or covering headphones during the race is not recommended as they can hinder you from being fully aware of your surroundings. Being able to hear important sounds, such as instructions from the race marshals, approaching emergency vehicles, or other participants, is crucial for race safety.
22. Runners will be assigned to starting corrals based on their anticipated finishing times to promote a safe and orderly start.
Elite Corral (designated for athletes expecting to complete the course in sub 3 hours)
Corral A (designated for athletes expecting to complete the course in sub 4 hours 29 minutes and 30 seconds)
Corral B (designated for athletes expecting to complete the course in under 5 hours and 30 minutes)
Corral W (designated for athletes expecting to complete the course in sub 8 hours)
Athletes are asked to position themselves honestly within the appropriate corral to ensure a smooth flow and an optimal experience for all.
23. Gear/Bag Check would be available in the race village. Please drop off your bag at least 30 minutes before the start of the race. We suggest packing post-race essentials like clothes, comfortable shoes, and any recovery items you may require. Kindly refrain from leaving any valuables (electronics, wallets, money, jewelry, keys etc) in the bag, as we will not be responsible for lost items.
24. Your safety is our priority at the Trinidad & Tobago Midnight Marathon 2026
Critical Safety Note:
- Please write the name and number for an emergency contact on the back of your bib in the spaces provided
- If you have medication allergies (e.g., penicillin), please clearly write them on the back of your race bib
This information could be vital in an emergency situation. Your cooperation ensures we’re prepared to assist if needed.
25. There will be marathon car stickers and other merch available for sale at the merch table at the Marathon Race Village.
26. International Qualifying Marks
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27. “Disclaimer – By my registration, I acknowledge that a road race is a potentially hazardous activity, which could cause injury or death. I certify that I am medically able to perform this event. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official, including the right of any official to deny or suspend my participation for any reason whatsoever. I assume all risks associated with running in this event, including but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, traffic and the conditions of the road. Having read this waiver, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Trinidad and Tobago Midnight Marathon 2026 Committee, Bafasports, all event sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use my photographs, motion pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. There are no refunds. If however, you are unable or no longer willing to participate you will be provided with a race coupon. For any queries or concerns message our support channel. https://bafasports.com/support (operating times Tue – Thu 10AM – 2PM).
THE RULES ARE FOR YOUR SAFETY, HAVE A GREAT RACE!