# Athletic races in Mexico

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/athletic-races-in-mexico
> Updated: 2026-11-01T14:35:36.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Various athletic events have been held across different regions of Mexico. In October, the 39th Medical Day Athletic Race took place in Oaxaca with approximately 1,800 participants. Additionally, organizers in Torreón, Coahuila, announced the second edition of their Medical Day Race for November to raise funds for medical equipment.

In early November, recreational races were held to celebrate Day of the Dead festivities. In Guanajuato, the 12th edition of the “Muero por Correr” race featured over 500 participants, while in Cuernavaca, Morelos, the Miquixtli 2026 Night Athletic Race included a 5 kilometer route through the historic center and recreational races for children.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-01: Athletic races held in Guanajuato and Morelos for Day of the Dead

Athletic races celebrating Day of the Dead took place in Guanajuato and Cuernavaca, featuring themed runs and community participation.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/athletic-races-held-in-guanajuato-and-morelos-for-day-of-the-dead

### 2026-10-19: Medical Day races held in Oaxaca and Torreón

Athletic races celebrating Medical Day were held in Oaxaca, while a second edition in Torreón aims to fund hospital equipment.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/medical-day-races-held-in-oaxaca-and-torren

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Cite as: Athletic races in Mexico. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/athletic-races-in-mexico