The Walkers Cayman Islands Marathon returns to George Town on Sunday, December 7, 2025, with a flat, Boston‑qualifying course, a sunrise start to beat the heat, and four ways to take part: full marathon, half marathon, CUC 4‑Person Relay, and the Milo Kids Fun Run. Official race materials, tourism listings, and local coverage confirm the 2025 date, early gun times, start/finish location on Seafarers Way, packet pickup details, and tiered registration fees running through race week. With coastal views, enthusiastic aid stations, and warm island hospitality, the event offers an ideal winter run‑cation for first‑timers, PR chasers, and teams alike.
Date, start times, and location
- Race day: Sunday, December 7, 2025, with the full marathon starting at 4:30 a.m. and the half marathon and relay at 5:00 a.m., timed to cooler pre‑dawn conditions on Grand Cayman. The Kids Fun Run starts at 10:30 a.m.
- Start/finish: Seafarers Way in central George Town, with the line set in front of Bayshore Mall and near Hard Rock Café; a looped course returns to the same finish.
- Packet pickup: Saturday, December 6, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., at Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman (Seafire Way, Seven Mile Beach); there is no race‑day pickup.
Distances and field options
- Full marathon: Two loops of a certified, fast route; a Boston Marathon qualifier supervised with chip timing and on‑course mile markers.
- Half marathon: One loop on the same scenic course, also chip timed with frequent aid stations.
- CUC 4‑Person Relay: Four legs across the marathon distance; relay exchange points include the turnaround at Prospect Point (legs 2 and 4).
- Milo Kids Fun Run: A 0.5‑mile dash for ages 5–12, starting at the Government Administration Building on Elgin Avenue on race morning.
Course overview and support
- Route highlights: The course leaves Seafarers Way and follows South Church Street into South Sound, continues along Old Prospect Road to the turnaround at Prospect Point, then returns to George Town via Walkers Road, Hinds Way, Academy Way, Hospital Road, Elgin Avenue, and back onto Seafarers Way to the finish. Full marathoners repeat the loop.
- Terrain and conditions: Described by organizers as “VERY flat,” the course is well‑marked at every mile with nearby water stations; typical December lows in the upper 60s to low 70s Fahrenheit favor early racing.
- Timing and qualification: The race is chip timed, IAAF/AIMS recognized, and a Boston qualifier, with scenic coastal stretches and strong local support at water tables.
Registration and fees
- Online entry: Registration is open on the official site, with tiered pricing windows through race week for the marathon, half, and relay.
- 2025 fee tiers (USD): Marathon $95 through Aug 31; $105 Sep 1–Oct 31; $115 Nov 1–30; $125 Dec 1–3; $125 at packet pickup; Half marathon $65 through Aug 31; then $70, $75, and $80 in the same windows; Relay $195 through Aug 31; then $215, $235, and $255.
- Policies: All registrations are non‑refundable and non‑transferable; name changes are not permitted. Runners may switch between the half and full (upgrade fees may apply) and may defer for one year for $20 by the Wednesday before race day via their Haku account.
Start logistics and race‑week timeline
- Saturday, Dec 6: Late registration and packet pickup, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Hotel Indigo; no Sunday pickup.
- Sunday, Dec 7: 4:30 a.m. full marathon start; 5:00 a.m. half and relay start on Seafarers Way; 10:30 a.m. Kids Fun Run on Elgin Avenue.
- Expo partner travel: Sunset Sports Tours is promoted as a group travel partner for packages and excursions aligned with the marathon weekend.
Awards, records, and recognition
- Awards: Medals for all finishers; awards for top three male and female overall in the marathon and half, wheelchair half, and top three relay teams across divisions.
- Reputation: Regularly cited in international lists for fun and well‑organized marathons, with over 1,500 participants and 300 volunteers supporting the day.
Travel planning and where to stay
- Where to base: Seven Mile Beach and George Town offer quick access to packet pickup, the start/finish, and dining; race morning street closures on Seafarers Way and downtown George Town are posted in advance—plan arrival buffers.
- Getting there: L.F. Wade International Airport (Owen Roberts Airport, GCM) serves George Town with frequent flights; taxis and rental cars are available, and hotel concierges can arrange early‑morning transfers on race day.
Training and race‑day tips
- Heat management: The early gun minimizes heat and sun exposure, but humidity remains; pre‑hydrate, use electrolyte support, and carry a handheld if spacing between aid stations is challenging for your pace.
- Pacing for PRs: The flat profile and loop format favor even splits; settle into marathon pace early, use the coastal breeze, and time nutrition around the turnaround and Walkers Road segments.
- Relay coordination: Know exchange points and approach lanes; the Prospect Point turnaround is the handoff for legs two and four—review the course map and parking notes at packet pickup.
Spectator guide
- Best spots: Seafarers Way start/finish, the waterfront on South Church Street, and the Government Administration Building for the Kids Fun Run. Plan walking routes that avoid closed sections and bring cowbells and signs to boost runners.
- Finish‑line timing: The fastest half finishers can arrive around two hours after the gun; marathoners begin finishing shortly after the three‑hour mark depending on conditions; the loop format increases chances to see your runner multiple times.
Sample marathon weekend plan
- Friday: Arrive in Grand Cayman; light shakeout jog on Seven Mile Beach boardwalk; early dinner and hydration.
- Saturday: Packet pickup at Hotel Indigo; course drive through South Sound and Prospect; relax with a sunset stroll; early lights‑out.
- Sunday: 3:30 a.m. breakfast; 4:30/5:00 a.m. start; finish on Seafarers Way; late brunch; Kids Fun Run at 10:30 a.m.; beach recovery.
Verified essentials at a glance
- Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025.
- Start times: 4:30 a.m. marathon; 5:00 a.m. half/relay; 10:30 a.m. Kids Fun Run.
- Start/finish: Seafarers Way, George Town, by Bayshore Mall/Hard Rock Café.
- Packet pickup: Saturday, Dec 6, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman; no race‑day pickup.
- Fees (USD): Marathon $95–$125 by tier; Half $65–$80; Relay $195–$255; online registration open.
- Course: Flat, certified, Boston qualifier; two loops for full, one for half; aid at frequent intervals and mile markers every mile.
Tie a PR attempt to a Caribbean escape. Register early, book a Seven Mile Beach base, and line up in the cool pre‑dawn on Seafarers Way. The Walkers Cayman Islands Marathon 2025 offers a friendly, fast course with ocean views and island energy—perfect for a qualifying bid or a celebratory first finish.
