Mazatlán Marathon receives certification for Boston Marathon qualification

Gran Maratón Herza Mazatlán Boston Marathon qualification sports tourism Sinaloa tourism Mexican Athletics Federation

The Gran Maratón Herza Mazatlán 2026 has received official certification from the Mexican Athletics Federation. This designation allows athletes to use their recorded times to qualify for the Boston Marathon.

Scheduled for December 4 to 6, 2026, the 25th anniversary edition of the event will feature 5, 10, 21, and 42 kilometer races along the Mazatlán boardwalk. Organizers expect to host over 8,000 runners and approximately 30,000 visitors.

Sinaloa's Secretary of Tourism, Mireya Sosa Osuna, presented the event in Mexico City, highlighting its role as a driver for sports tourism and the local economy. The competition is projected to generate an estimated economic impact of 155 million pesos for the region.

Entities

Boston Marathon · Federación Mexicana de Atletismo · Gran Maratón Herza Mazatlán · Mazatlán · Mireya Sosa Osuna

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[● 3 SOURCES] Authorities expect approximately 30,000 visitors for the event. diario21.com.mx · www.excelsior.com.mx · www.sdpnoticias.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Organizers expect more than 8,000 runners to participate. diario21.com.mx · www.excelsior.com.mx · www.sdpnoticias.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The event is estimated to generate an economic impact of 155 million pesos. diario21.com.mx · www.excelsior.com.mx · www.sdpnoticias.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The Mexican Athletics Federation granted official certification to the Gran Maratón Herza Mazatlán 2026. diario21.com.mx · www.excelsior.com.mx
[● 3 SOURCES] The competition is scheduled to take place from December 4 to 6, 2026. diario21.com.mx · www.excelsior.com.mx · www.sdpnoticias.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The competition will include 5, 10, 21, and 42 kilometer races. diario21.com.mx · www.excelsior.com.mx · www.sdpnoticias.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Registered times from the race are valid for athletes seeking qualification for the Boston Marathon. diario21.com.mx · www.excelsior.com.mx
[● 3 SOURCES] The 2026 event marks the 25th consecutive edition of the marathon. diario21.com.mx · www.excelsior.com.mx · www.sdpnoticias.com