SAIPAN MARATHON 2024
Run Information Guide
When: Saturday, March 9, 2024
Where: American Memorial Park, Micro Beach, Garapan
Course: Out & Back
Runs: Full Marathon (26.2 miles/42.195 kilometers)
Half Marathon (13.1 miles/21 kilometers)
10K (6.2 miles)
5K (3.1 miles)
Start time: 4:30 a.m. ChST (Full Marathon)
5:30 a.m. ChST (Half Marathon)
6:00 a.m. ChST (10KM)
6:15 a.m. ChST (5KM)
All participants must be at the start line at least one hour prior to their race start. Race Packet Pick-up: Friday, March 8, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the American Memorial Park Amphitheater. Race Packet Pick Up is mandatory for all participants! Team Pick-Up 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A participant may send a representative to pick up their race packet only with a written authorization. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Early Bird Registration Fee Information: September 1 to December 31, 2023
CNMI/USA/International Full Marathon must be 18 yrs. $90.00
Half Marathon must be 14 yrs. & up $60.00
10KM and 5KM $60.00
High School/Junior High
Must be 18 years or under by December 31, 2023 $40.00
(ID or Passport Required)
Late Fee and Deadline Information:
January 1 to January 31, 2024 FULL $100.00
HALF/10KM/5KM $70.00
High School/Junior High $50.00
February 1–to March 7, 2024 FULL $110.00
HALF/10KM/5KM $80.00
High School/Junior High $60.00
ONLINE REGISTRATION
On-line registration will be on (https://raceroster.com/78587 ). All participants are encouraged to register online. Participants may register in person at the Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA) Office located at 3366 Beach Road, Suite 101, Garapan, Saipan, and MP 96950. For more registration information, call +1-670-664-3200/01. All participants must completely fill out a registration form with all required information.
Last day to register will be on Thursday, March 7, 2024. The MVA will not accept any entry forms or payments after 5pm ChST on March 7, 2024.
Entry fee is nontransferable and nonrefundable. Change of race category or cancellation after March 7, 2024, will not be allowed. Participants must submit completed entry forms with payment on or before March 7, 2024, in order to be officially registered. Participants will receive a Limited Edition Official Saipan Marathon T-shirt, official Saipan Marathon medal, Certificate of Completion and one (1) entry to the awards banquet.
Competition Rules
This event is sanctioned under the Northern Marianas Athletics rules and regulations. All participants must make their respective turns at each turning point. Timing officials will be recording each bib number and each runner as they make their way to the designated turning point. Failure to turn at the respective turning point will result in a disqualification. Participants who are unable to finish their respective races must report their numbers and return their timing chips to the Saipan Marathon Timing Officials. Baby strollers, carriages or selfie sticks are not allowed on the course. Failure to comply with these rules will result in a disqualification.
Full Marathon Half Way Cut-Off Point
Due to the ongoing construction on Beach Road, we will be routing the course on a different location. Thus, the full marathon course will have a Half Way Point where a cutoff time will take in to effect. The cut-off time will be 8:30 a.m. on the day of the race. If the participant does not reach the half way point, the participant will not be allowed to continue the race and the timing chip will be confiscated by Saipan Marathon Officials. Saipan Marathon Officials will be there to monitor the half way cut-off point and ensure compliance with all Saipan Marathon rules and regulations.
Award Category Prizes for Top Finishers and Age Division
1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place female finishers for all race categories will receive an award plaque, cash prize, and/or other prizes. Top Finishers of the Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 10KM will not qualify the Age Division Category. Age Division Winners are (ONLY) to be awarded to the Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K. There will be NO age division category for 5K. Age Division winners will only be awarded to 1st Place Male and Female Finishers and will receive a medal as seen below Age Division Categories:
(14 & UNDER) (18 & UNDER) (OPEN) (35-39) (40-44) (45-49) (50-54) (55-59) (60 & UP)
Awards Banquet
5:00 p.m. (Venue to be announced prior to March 7, 2024). An official wristband will be placed in your race packet which shall serve as your entry ticket to the awards banquet. Please bring your wristband to the awards banquet; otherwise, you will be charged an entry fee. Additional guests are required to pay an entry fee to participate in the awards banquet. The entry fee will be determined and announced prior to March 7, 2024.
Race Packet Pick-Up Information
All participants must pick up their race packets at the American Memorial Park Amphitheater on Friday, March 8, 2024. Pick up time will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. only. Please bring your picture ID and your confirmation number in order to receive your race packet.
Other Information to know
All participants must be physically fit and healthy. All information published is subject to change or expiration without notice. All participants bear sole responsibility of being informed of race rules and regulations. The Marianas Visitors Authority shall have the absolute right to disqualify a participant from the event at any time for any breach of Saipan Marathon rules. The MVA shall have final authority in determining and interpreting all rules and regulations governing the Saipan Marathon. All courses will be certified by the World Athletics and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS). For more information, please contact Mr. Ed Diaz at +1-670-664-3200/01 or email at ediaz@mymarianas.com.
Registration fees
Full Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
26.2 mile run
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$90.00Sep 1 – Dec 30
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$90.00
Early bird extension
Dec 31 – Jan 31 -
$110.00Feb 1 – Feb 28
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$120.00Feb 29 – Mar 7
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Half Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
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$60.00
Early Bird Pricing
Sep 1 – Dec 30 -
$60.00
Early bird extension
Dec 31 – Jan 31 -
$80.00Feb 1 – Feb 28
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$90.00Feb 29 – Mar 7
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10KM Closed
Online registration closed-
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$60.00
Early Bird Pricing
Sep 1 – Dec 30 -
$60.00
Early bird extension
Dec 31 – Jan 31 -
$80.00Feb 1 – Feb 28
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$90.00Feb 29 – Mar 7
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5KM Closed
Online registration closed-
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$60.00
Early Bird pricing
Sep 1 – Dec 30 -
$60.00
Early bird extension
Dec 31 – Jan 31 -
$80.00Feb 1 – Feb 28
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$90.00Feb 29 – Mar 7
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Half Marathon Student (18&u) Closed
Online registration closed-
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$40.00
Must be under 18&u
Sep 1 – Dec 30 -
$40.00
Must be 18&u
Dec 31 – Jan 31 -
$60.00Feb 1 – Feb 28
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$70.00Feb 29 – Mar 7
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Students 10km Closed
Online registration closed-
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$40.00
Must be under 18&u
Sep 1 – Dec 30 -
$40.00
Must be 18&u
Dec 31 – Jan 31 -
$60.00Feb 1 – Feb 28
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$70.00Feb 29 – Mar 7
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Students 5km Closed
Online registration closed-
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$40.00
Must be under 18&u
Sep 1 – Dec 30 -
$40.00
Must be 18&u
Dec 31 – Jan 31 -
$60.00Feb 1 – Feb 28
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$70.00Feb 29 – Mar 7
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Saipan Marathon Race Courses
Contact information
- Event contact
- Marianas Visitors Authority(MVA) /Northern Marianas Athletics (NMA)
- ediaz@mymarianas.com
- Phone
- 1(670) 664-3200
- Website
- Visit website