São Paulo Marathon 2025

Yes, that's right! In Brazil, it's not just about the samba 💃🏼 and its wild dance moves! It's with the Paulistas (residents of Sao Paulo 🤓) that the Sao Paulo International Marathon will take place next April. This year marks its 29th edition 🎂. This event gathers over 20,000 runners from many different nationalities 🌎. You have three formats to choose from! If you're into long distances, you can take on the marathon that takes you through the most beautiful spots of "Sampa." Alternatively, you can opt for the legendary half-marathon 😎. And if you're too eager to explore Paulista Avenue or the Pacaembu Stadium 🏟️, go for the 10 or 5 km races!

While Sao Paulo may not be the capital of Brazil, it is definitely the capital of culture 🖼️, boasting a rich historical center. It's also the largest city in the country and one of the major metropolises globally, with its 12.5 million inhabitants! 🤯 This April, under an autumn atmosphere, you can start your race at the foot of the magnificent Obelisco do Ibirapuera and run through the lively streets of the fifth-largest city in the American continent. In just a few kilometers, you will transition from urban vibes to lush greenery thanks to the green spaces along the route. Be prepared for a few hills, adding some pimenta malagueta spice 🌶️ to your experience.

Brazilians are generous, so expect this course to be full of surprises and discoveries! You'll need to keep your eyes and heart in sync to keep up with the rhythm (and not just samba) that this marathon will offer 🎁. Along the course, you'll encounter dance troupes and musicians, making you feel like a true sambista and perhaps even believe in your dual talents as a dancer and runner… 🏃

After your race, immerse yourself in the lively Paulistano neighborhood of Vila Madalena, bustling day and night, where you'll always find something to do. For an eyeful, head to the Beco do Batman 🦇 street with its colorful graffiti. To tantalize your taste buds, nothing beats a visit to the Mercadao (municipal market) to sample all the local specialties. And what better way to celebrate being a finisher than by imagining yourself savoring a delicious Feijoada 🥘 in this wonderful megacity...

So, after all this, are you ready to join the dance? 🕺