Palma Marathon Mallorca 2025 returns on Sunday, October 19, 2025, with marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances that start and finish at Parc de la Mar beneath La Seu Cathedral, threading the waterfront and Old Town in one of Europe’s most scenic urban courses. Organizers confirm registration timelines, weekend programming, and race‑day logistics, while race calendars and official ticket partners list the full weekend schedule from breakfast runs and the expo to the Sunday after‑party in Playa de Palma. With all three distances staged on the same morning and entertainment hubs along the route, the event draws thousands of runners and tens of thousands of spectators to the island’s capital at the height of an ideal fall running window.
Date, distances, and start times
- Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025.
- Distances: Marathon 42.195 km, Half Marathon 21.0975 km, and 10K.
- Starts: 08:00 10K; 08:15 Marathon and Half Marathon; awards 11:45 for 10K and Half Marathon, 12:15 for Marathon; event closure around 14:15.
Registration and capacity
- Registration window: Online entry remains open until Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 23:59 or until places sell out.
- Capacity status: By mid‑August 2025, organizers announced the event had sold out, with 8,500 bibs across all distances and over twenty thousand expected along the course.
- Minimum ages: 10K 16+, Half Marathon and Marathon 18+ on race day; registration completion required to secure a bib.
Weekend schedule and extras
- Friday, Oct 17: Breakfast run at 09:30 and 10:00; bib pick‑up and expo 11:00–19:00 at Parc de la Mar.
- Saturday, Oct 18: Breakfast run at 09:30 and 10:00; bib pick‑up and expo 11:00–19:00; pasta party 12:00–14:00.
- Sunday, Oct 19 (race day): 08:00 10K; 08:15 Marathon and Half; expo continues 09:00–14:00; awards late morning to early afternoon; official after‑race party 19:00 at Mega Park, Playa de Palma.
Course, terrain, and scenery
- Start/finish: Parc de la Mar under the Gothic spires of La Seu, with spectators packed along the bayfront and Passeig des Born for the closing kilometers.
- Route character: Flat to gently rolling coastal sections, with historic Old Town passages producing mild undulations; spectators and music hubs animate the course.
- Elevation insight: Half marathon profiling shows modest net changes with small gradients, including minor climbs near the Old Town. Pace adjustment analysis for the 21.1 km route suggests an estimated 0.9% slower pace than a perfectly flat course.
What to expect on race day
- Staging and corrals: Parc de la Mar hosts start corrals and finish chute, with bag drop and expo within easy walking distance; signage directs runners by color and distance.
- On‑course support: Frequent water and aid stations, live music, and local dance along spectator hubs; two‑lap structures in prior editions improve cheering frequency for full marathoners.
- Traffic and closures: Core city arteries close on Sunday morning; plan extra time if driving and favor walking or taxis to the start zone.
Why run Palma in October
- Weather window: October typically delivers mild temperatures ideal for endurance running, plus lower humidity compared with midsummer.
- Destination course: The combination of cathedral views, citadel walls, and a shimmering bay makes the route one of Europe’s most striking city marathons.
- Festive atmosphere: Breakfast runs, a central expo, pasta party, and a large after‑race gathering create a complete race‑cation weekend that the organizer notes has surged in popularity, especially with younger travelers.
Training and pacing tips
- Corrals and pacing: Seed honestly to find a compatible pack; the early 10K start clears quickly, while the 08:15 wave for Half and Marathon spreads out over the first coastal stretch.
- Terrain strategy: Use the flat promenade to lock rhythm; stay patient through Old Town undulations and cobbles, then open up through the bayfront return into Parc de la Mar. Elevation data indicates only modest time impact if effort is steady.
- Hydration: With a coastal sunrise start, pre‑hydrate and take early station sips; small cups are frequent enough to avoid carrying extra unless conditions warm significantly.
Spectators and supporters
- Best viewing spots: Parc de la Mar start and finish for atmosphere; Passeig des Born for late‑race drama; waterfront promenade for long views and repeated passes on multi‑lap segments.
- Getting around: Many streets are pedestrian‑only during the race; walk between hubs and use crossings marshaled by volunteers when permitted.
- Post‑race meet‑ups: Set a rendezvous beyond the finish chute to ease congestion; Parc de la Mar lawns make good regroup points before brunch.
Travel planning
- Where to stay: Old Town, La Calatrava, and beachfront hotels around the cathedral place runners steps from bib pick‑up and the start; book early due to sell‑out status and citywide demand on race weekend.
- Bib pick‑up: Bring ID and confirmation; collect bibs Friday or Saturday to avoid race‑morning queues; expo hours run 11:00–19:00 both days.
- After‑race: Gentle walks along the promenade and light stretching help recovery; the official after‑party at Mega Park starts at 19:00 for those with energy left to celebrate.
For first‑timers
- The 10K is welcoming: A flat, scenic loop with ample support; minimum age 16.
- The Half is a sweet spot: Iconic views with manageable elevation, ideal for a PB attempt with smart pacing.
- Marathoners: Expect a two‑lap experience and plan mental checkpoints at music hubs; late‑race crowd support near the Born and cathedral provides a valuable boost.
Verified details at a glance
- Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025.
- Distances: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K; minimum ages 18 for 21K/42K and 16 for 10K.
- Starts: 08:00 10K; 08:15 Marathon and Half; awards by 11:45–12:15; close ~14:15.
- Start/finish hub: Parc de la Mar by La Seu Cathedral; expo Fri–Sun at Parc de la Mar; pasta party Saturday.
- Registration: Open until Oct 8 or sell‑out; sold out by Aug 19 with 8,500 entries across all distances.
- Course profile: Flat coastal sections with modest Old Town gradients; half marathon analysis suggests ~0.9% pace adjustment vs. flat.
Lace up for an island city course that earns every cheer. If a bib is secured, collect it early, settle near Parc de la Mar, and soak in sunrise over the bay before the countdown. If planning ahead for a future edition, circle mid‑October, book lodging in the Old Town, and register well before the October 8 cutoff — Palma’s cathedral, sea light, and finish‑line roar are worth every training mile.