Name: Saipan Marathon 2025
Start: 2025-03-08T04:00:00+10:00
Location: American Memorial Park, Micro Beach Road, Garapan, Saipan, CNMI

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SAIPAN MARATHON 2025

Run Information Guide

When: Saturday, March 8, 2025

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: 4:00 a.m. ChST (Full Marathon)

5:00 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 Pickup: Friday, March 7, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the American Memorial Park Amphitheater. Race Packet Pickup is mandatory for all participants! A participant may send a representative to pick up their race packet only with a written authorization and a copy of the participant’s photo ID. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Early Bird Registration Fee Information: August 1, 2024- October 31, 2024

CNMI Residents/U.S. Military Full Marathon must be 16 years & up $60.00

Half Marathon must be 14 years & up $50.00

10KM and 5KM $40.00

USA/International Full Marathon must be 16 years & up $80.00 Half Marathon must be 14 years & up $60.00

10KM and 5KM $50.00

Youth / Minor

Must be 18 years or under by March 5, 2025 $35.00

(Photo ID or passport required)

Standard Registration Fee and Deadline Information:

November 1, 2024- January 31, 2025

CNMI Residents/U.S. Military Full Marathon must be 16 years & up $70.00

Half Marathon must be 14 years & up $60.00

10KM and 5KM $50.00

USA/International Full Marathon must be 16 years & up $90.00

Half Marathon must be 14 years & up $70.00

10KM and 5KM $60.00

Youth / Minor

Must be 18 years or under by March 5, 2025 $45.00

(Photo ID or passport required)

Final Registration Fee and Deadline Information:

February 1, 2025 – March 5, 2024

CNMI Residents/U.S. Military Full Marathon must be 16 years & up $100.00

Half Marathon must be 14 years & up $90.00

10KM and 5KM $80.00

USA/International Full Marathon must be 16 years & up $110.00

Half Marathon must be 14 years & up $100.00

10KM and 5KM $90.00

Youth / Minor

Must be 18 years or under by March 5, 2025 $65.00

(Photo ID or passport required)

ONLINE REGISTRATION

Online registration will begin on August 1, 2024. 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, MP 96950. For more information, email communityprojects@mymarianas.com. All participants are required to complete an official registration form in full. Last day to register all runs is Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The MVA will not accept any entry forms or payments after 5pm ChST on March 5, 2025.

Rules on Registration

Entry fee is nontransferable and nonrefundable.
Change of race category or cancellation will not be allowed after February 14, 2025.
Participants who register and decide to cancel will not be allowed to transfer their registration to another participant.
All participants who wish to have their name in the official Saipan Marathon booklet must complete registration and make payment by Friday, February 14, 2025.
All participants must submit completed entry forms with payment by March 5, 2025, in order to be officially registered.

Participants will receive a Limited Edition Official Saipan Marathon T-shirt, official Saipan Marathon booklet, official Saipan Marathon medal, Certificate of Completion and one (1) entry to the awards banquet.

Course Description

All races start and finish at Micro Beach, Garapan, Saipan. Please note each race has a different turnaround point. Please ensure to turn at your designated race turnaround point and pass in front of the turning point signboard where your bib numbers will be checked and tracked. You will find distance markers approximately every five (5) kilometers. As road traffic will not be fully closed for the event, traffic cones will be deployed along the route of the race. Please run inside the designated running lane to ensure your safety, as well as to provide runners coming from the opposite direction with a clear path. Do not run outside the designated running lane.

Saipan Marathon Route

The Saipan Marathon Full Marathon course will start at 4:00 a.m. at the start line at Micro Beach, Garapan, Saipan. Full Marathon runners will head east on Micro Beach Road and will make a right onto Chalan Pale Arnold Road, otherwise known as Middle Road. You will then proceed south in the southbound lane towards Monsignor Guerrero Road, or Route 31, approximately 5.2 kilometers from the start; turn around and head back north (still in the southbound lane) to the gas station in Puerto Rico, approximately 15.1 kilometers from start, where you will make a left turn onto Industrial Drive. Remain on Industrial Drive and make a loop, passing the Army Reserve Center and turning left at the triangle intersection, then complete the loop back to Pale Arnold Road. Make a left back onto Pale Arnold Road and continue north to the intersection of Banzai Cliff Road, approximately 25.5 kilometers from start. Turn left onto Banzai Cliff Road. Make a right into the Veterans Cemetery and make a loop through the grounds back to the entrance/exit. Make a right back onto Banzai Cliff Road and proceed to Banzai Cliff and the final turnaround. As soon as you make the turning point, proceed south back along Pale Arnold Road to the start/finish line, making a right at Micro Beach Road for the finish line. Signboards and volunteers will guide you throughout the race.

Full Marathon Halfway Cut-Off Point

The Full Marathon course will have a Halfway Point where a cutoff time will take effect at 7:00 a.m. on the day of the race. The Full Marathon halfway point is located in San Roque at Winscos Market. There will be a signboard to indicate the Halfway Point. If the participant does not reach the Halfway Point by the cutoff time, the participant will not be allowed to continue the race, and the timing chip shall be confiscated by Saipan Marathon Officials. Saipan Marathon Officials will be there to monitor the halfway cut-off point and ensure compliance with all Saipan Marathon rules and regulations.

Half Marathon/10K/5K

The Half Marathon starts at 5:00 a.m. followed by the 10K starting at 6:00 a.m. and the 5K at 6:15 a.m. These three races will start by proceeding east on Micro Beach Road and turning left at Pale Arnold Road, otherwise known as Middle Road. Head north to your respective turning points and return along the same course to the finish line. Turning Point for 5K is in Puerto Rico, 10K will be in Tanapag, and Half Marathon will be in Marpi. Please be sure to turn at your respective turning points as all the race bib numbers will be monitored and checked at each turning point location.

Finish Line

The START and FINISH lines are at the same location at Mirco Beach. Once you cross the finish line you will receive your finisher’s medal, finisher’s T-shirt and certificate of completion in digital and/or printed form.

Rules of Competition

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 bib numbers and return their timing chips to Saipan Marathon officials. Baby strollers, carriages, pet animals and selfie sticks are not allowed on the course. Failure to comply with these rules will result in a disqualification.

Participants Guide

Getting to the Start Area

Start area for all events – Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K – is located at Micro Beach, Garapan, Saipan. Participants may park their vehicles at American Memorial Park. Please be at the start line at least 1 hour prior to your respective start time for your event.

Race Packet Pick Up/ Race Bib Number

All participants must pick up their Race Packet on Friday, March 7, 2025, 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! A participant may send a representative to pick up their race packet only with a written authorization and a copy of the participant’s photo ID. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bib numbers are color coded and must be worn in front. Failure to do so will result in an automatic disqualification. A race official at all turning points for all events must be able to see your bib number as soon as you make the turn. A timing chip is attached to your bib number. If you cannot complete the race, please advise the race officials and return the timing chip. If you fail to return the timing chip, you may be charged a $20.00 replacement fee.

Aid Stations and Restrooms

There are twelve (12) aid stations located approximately every two (2) to three (3) kilometers apart. Water, sport drinks, fruits, sponges and other items will be provided along the course. Portable toilets will also be provided along the course.

Medical Guidelines and Drop Outs

Sunrise on March 8, 2025,will be at approximately 6:10 a.m. The temperature rises rapidly after 8:00 a.m. Precaution should be taken against heat and humidity. Proper hydration and nutrition are very important. Drink fluids frequently and run at your own pace. The first sign of dehydration is stiffening fingers or joints. If you feel something unusual, stop at the nearest aid station, drink water and take a rest in the shade. If your condition does not improve or if you decide to drop out of the race, let the volunteers or race officials know at the nearest location. They will note your bib number and take your chip. Do not cross the finish line if your bib and timing chip have been confiscated. Safety first.

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 in the Age Division Category. Age Division Winners are (ONLY) to be awarded to the Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K participants. There will be NO age division category for 5K. Age Division winners will only be awarded to 1st place male and 1st place female finishers and will receive a medal as seen in these Age Division Categories:

(14 & UNDER) (18 & UNDER) (OPEN) (35-39) (40-44) (45-49) (50-54) (55-59) (60 & UP)

After-Race Awards Festival

Awards begins after each respective event. Each participant will receive complimentary food and drink vouchers to be redeemed at the festival. Vouchers will be included in each race packet. Entry to the festival is free of charge and open to the general public. In addition, the festival will feature arts, crafts, food, drink, and other vendors on-site with items for purchase.

Other Information

All participants must be physically fit and healthy.
All information published is subject to change or expiration without notice. All participants bear sole responsibility for 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.
The MVA has the right to permit the use of the participant’s name, picture, and interviews for use in any broadcast, telecast, advertisement, books, films, videotapes, and any other account of this event with no monetary compensation to the participant.
All courses are 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 communityprojects@mymarianas.com.