2024 FACT SHEETReggae Marathon
The Half Marathon, 10K & 5KDates

December 6 - 8, 2024

Location

Negril, Jamaica
The Half Marathon & 10K begin at Long Bay Beach Park, situated midway along Negril’s famed 7-mile white sandbeach. The course loops into Negril town center and then heads east to Bloody Bay before returning to finish at Long
Bay Beach Park. The 5K race also starts at Long Bay Beach Park, heading in the opposite direction towards Negril’s
aerodrome, with the same finishing point. The mostly flat course is an IAAF certified half marathon & 10K course.

EventsFriday, December 6Registration & Packet Collection - Couples Swept Away Sports Complex (1:00 pm to 5:00 pm)
Saturday, December 7Registration - Couples Swept Away Sports Complex (1:00 pm to 4:00 pm)
Packet Collection - Couples Swept Away Sports Complex (1:00 pm to 6:00 pm)
The Jamwest ‘World’s Best’ Pasta Party - Jamwest Beach Park (5:00 pm to 8:00 pm)
Sunday, December 8 (RACE DAY)

Half Marathon & 10K start (5:15 am) | 5K start (5:25 am) - Long Bay Beach Park
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Start and Finish: Long Bay Beach Park, Norman Manley BoulevardStart Time: Half Marathon & 10K - 5:15 am | 5K - 5:25 am. The Course remains open for 4 hours.

Weather

The temperature should be a low of 24°C / 76°F at the start of the race. With low annual rainfall, rain is notexpected.

RaceBackground

In its 24th year, the Reggae Marathon’s Half Marathon, 10K & 5K races have earned a reputation for being
well-organised and international, with a focus on runner enjoyment. Participants combine an island vacation
and a great sporting event for a truly unique experience.
A maximum of 3,000 participants is allowed.
Visit our website - www.reggaemarathon.com - for updated race information and be sure to check regularly
leading up to race day.

CourseInformation

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Scoring &ResultsFinish Line Beach Bash: Victory Beach Party & Awards Ceremony - Long Bay Beach Park (7:00 am to 10:00am)

Aid stations located every mile (13 in all), manned by experienced runners and enthusiastic volunteers.
Cooling stations with misters and iced-towel wraps.
Inspirational Reggae music at every mile.
Closed lanes for runners.
Certified IAAF and AIMS course meeting international standards.
The event is sanctioned by the Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA).
Medical stations and fully equipped ambulances positioned along the course and staffed by a premier multidisciplinary medical team.

MYLAPS BibTag timing system
Live online tracking of runners along the course at our website and interim results posted during the race.
Gun and Chip Time results

Goodies &Other Stuff
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Commemorative finisher medal and finisher certificate
Official Reggae Marathon T-shirt
Over US$10,000 in total prize money
The Bob Marley and Rita Marley trophies awarded to the male and female winners of the Reggae Half Marathon
Special prize category for High School Boys and Girls in the 10K
Special prize category for Teams in the 5K, 10K and Half Marathon

Scoring &Results

MYLAPS BibTag timing system
Live online tracking of runners along the course at www.reggaemarathon.com and interim results posted during
the race.
Gun and Chip Time results

Entry Fee &Rules

Entry Fees (Per Person)
Half Marathon
10K
5K

On/before July 31

On/after August 1

On-site in Negril (Dec. 6 - 7)

US $115
US $85
US $50

US $125
US $95
US $60

US $140
US $110
US $80ENTRY FEES ARE NEITHER REFUNDABLE NOR TRANSFERABLE, AND NAME CHANGES ARE NOT ALLOWED.
The minimum age for entry in the Half Marathon is 14 years old and 10 years old for the 10K and 5K.

Registration

All participants are required to register online via www.reggaemarathon.com. Or, on-site in Negril on December 6 7, 2024. The online registration deadline is December 5, 2024.
THERE IS NO RACE MORNING REGISTRATION OR PACKET COLLECTION.

Testimonials

Organisers &PartnersContact Info"Thank you and congratulations on a successful event, I enjoyed every step I took." - Basil Watson, 2023

"This is what Reggae Marathon is all about - people. A new encounter and positive energy with runners gathered from theworld. The charm of Reggae Marathon, the sun and the beautiful Caribbean." - Mayumi, 2019

"It was a pleasure for myself and my mate to run in the Reggae Marathon. It was fabulous as always. It was our fifth run and
we are ready for next year. Again, thank you for putting on such a spectacular event!" - Cordell, 2016

"This was more than just a road race - more like a scene from a 5-star feature film." - Darryll, 2012

“I have run over 15 marathons in several different states in the USA. This is truly the best because the amenities, friendly
atmosphere and definitely the most awesome pasta party. It is truly the best kept marathon secret." - Dianne Worrell, 2006

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Readers of UK Men’s Running magazine voted Reggae Marathon - International Race of the Year and a ‘Highly
Commended’ event in the Women’s Running International Race of the Year category.

2016 Reggae Half Marathon was named among the Best Half Marathons of 2016 as published by the 100 HalfMarathons Club of the USA.

Reggae Marathon event again mentioned as one of the “Top 10 places to run a marathon” - Glancing Askanceby Bedford New York writer Mark Wollin, January 2011

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The Jamdammers Running Club of Kingston - www.jamdammers.com
The Jamaica Tourist Board
Puma Running
Couples Resorts Jamaica
The Negril Chapter of the Jamaica Hotel Tourist Association (JHTA)The Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA)The Negril Chamber of Commerce
The volunteer communities of Negril and Green Island
The Ministry of Health & Wellness"It's always a great experience! From the pasta party to the entertainment at the start and the finish of the race. The Reggae
Marathon never disappoints." - Linc S., 2022

"Thank you and the race organizers and volunteers for putting on one of the best races on the planet! You got both thethousand little details and the race experience big picture just right!" - Chuck, 2009

Race Director: Alfred ‘Frano’ Francis
87-89 Tower Street, Kingston, Jamaica
Tel.: (876) 967-4903
Email: racedirector@reggaemarathon.com

Marketing: Diane C. Ellis
Director of Sponsorship
Reggae Marathon
Email: media@reggaemarathon.com