{"id":2275,"date":"2026-02-26T09:05:23","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T08:05:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/snaprace.app\/blog\/?p=2275"},"modified":"2026-02-26T09:05:29","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T08:05:29","slug":"mexico-city-half-marathon-2026-sold-out-registration-course-altitude-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/snaprace.app\/blog\/en\/mexico-city-half-marathon-2026-sold-out-registration-course-altitude-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Mexico City Half Marathon 2026: sold-out registration, course details and altitude training tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Running fever in Mexico City has reached historic levels. The BBVA Mexico City Half Marathon 2026<\/strong>, scheduled for 12 July<\/strong>, sold out its 30,000 bibs in just a few hours, and the official registration system collapsed under an avalanche of requests. This guide explains why sign-ups turned into chaos, reviews the official race details, and shares practical tips for preparing for a demanding event held more than 2,200 metres above sea level<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sold-out registration and system chaos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Registration for the 2026 Mexico City Half Marathon opened on 14 February<\/strong>, and in less than two hours all 30,000 entries<\/strong> were gone. The official Emoci\u00f3n Deportiva website\u2014the authorised operator\u2014was overwhelmed by the volume of users, and thousands of runners shared screenshots of error messages and long queues at physical retail locations. Organisers asked for patience and urged athletes to rely only on official channels to avoid fraud. The unprecedented demand highlights Mexico\u2019s running boom and the growing desire to experience the capital at half-marathon pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Registration costs MXN 720<\/strong> for Mexican runners and USD 100<\/strong> for international entrants. Those who register before 12 May<\/strong> can receive a personalised bib with their name. Key dates are summarised below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n