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PACERTRIP CITY EDITIONPH / RACE GUIDE

Rock 'n' Roll Manila

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

PHNov 29, 202642.195km · 21.0975km · 10km +2 more events

Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0

Race date in 54 days: Nov 29, 2026 Sun
City · Distance: Manila · 42.195km · 21.0975km · 10km +2 more events
Entry fee: ₱3,942Varies by event and entry period
Status: OpenSee how to enter ↗

Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 6, 2026

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Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

An AIA Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series race through Manila’s historic downtown and along its bayside boulevard, with live music and a city festival program.

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

Stories from those who ran it first.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

Race reports: 2

Easy_Tea4546

“I finished the RnR Marathon!!! Not the finish I hoped for, nor a PR, but I finished the race, with no serious injury.”

The runner finished the Rock 'n' Roll Manila Marathon with friends without major injury, despite missing the expected time. Other runners' salt supplements, massage and encouragement for a cramping companion were appreciated.

Read the original on Reddit r/PHRunners

River City Rebels Running Club (runner: Ampee Villamor Haynes)Ran in 2025

A River City Rebels Running Club report records that member Ampee Villamor Haynes finished the Manila half marathon in 2:26, with humidity exceeding 90% during the race.

Their race in brief

Read the original on River City Rebels Race Recap November 2025

We translated a short line from each public race report and summarized the experience. Finish times are as stated by the author, and past editions may differ from this year's weather and operations.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

2025 AIA Rock 'n' Roll Running Series Manila presented by ASICS Weekend Highlights

Sunrise Events Philippines

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This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

General entry · Marathon

Entry cost ₱3,078

The 2026 official registration page lists a total of PHP 3,078 (including taxes and processing fees).

The page’s “opening soon” notice conflicts with the “Register now” button and displayed price, so the actual registration status should be reconfirmed.

Minimum age 18; registrations nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Organizer's page

General entry · Half

Entry cost ₱2,538

The 2026 official registration page lists a total of PHP 2,538 (including taxes and processing fees).

The page’s “opening soon” notice conflicts with the “Register now” button and displayed price, so the actual registration status should be reconfirmed.

Minimum age 12; registrations nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Organizer's page

General entry · 10K

Entry cost ₱1,890

The 2026 official registration page lists a total of PHP 1,890 (including taxes and processing fees).

The page’s “opening soon” notice conflicts with the “Register now” button and displayed price, so the actual registration status should be reconfirmed.

Minimum age 10; registrations nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Organizer's page

General entry · 5K

Entry cost ₱1,350

The 2026 official registration page lists a total of PHP 1,350 (including taxes and processing fees).

The page’s “opening soon” notice conflicts with the “Register now” button and displayed price, so the actual registration status should be reconfirmed.

Minimum age 8; registrations nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Organizer's page

About General Entry

General Entry

Entry cost ₱810

2026 official Kids Run page lists PHP 810 all-in; age 4–10, untimed.

Age 4–10, parent/guardian accompanies child to bib pickup;

no strollers or dogs on course.

Organizer's page

Official race website Entry options

From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

The 42.195km I'll run

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

From the 2025 edition

Event	Gather	Start	Time limit	Entry fee	Bib pickup
Marathon42.195km	23:30	00:01	07:30:00	₱3,078	2026-11-27 19:00
Half Marathon21.0975km	01:30	02:00	05:30:00	₱2,538	2026-11-27 19:00
10K10km	04:00	05:00	02:30:00	₱1,890	2026-11-27 19:00
5K5km	05:30	06:00	01:30:00	₱1,350	2026-11-27 19:00
1KM Kids Run1km	06:30	06:45	—	₱810	—

City center · not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet. The map shows the host city.

START

Luneta Park, Manila

According to the official course guide for 2026, the full race is three laps, the half marathon is two laps, and the 10km and 5km are one lap.

It starts from Roxas Boulevard KM0, passes towards Intramuros and Anda Circle and ends at Quirino Grandstand/Katigbak Parkway.

The official site lists World Athletics and AIMS course measurements.

According to the organizer's Kids Run information, there is a separate 1km, non-competitive event for ages 4–10.

The registration page shows PHP810 (total amount),

the schedule shows departure at 06:45, and the individual Kids Run page shows departure time at 07:00, so you need to double-check the departure time.

Typical race-season temperature: around 25°C (77°F): Hot race — plan fluids and electrolytes

Participant benefits

Finisher medal

Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K · kids_1k

Event T-shirt

Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K · kids_1k

Bag drop

Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K

Race expo

Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

From the 2025 edition

Pick up your bib at the expo

Health and wellness expo and kit pickup: November 24–27, 11:00–19:00, Midtown Wing Exhibit Area, Robinsons Place Manila.
No kit pickup on race day or Nov28.
2026-11-24 through 2026-11-27, 11:00–19:00

Midtown Wing Exhibit Area, Robinsons Place Manila

Google Maps

Stations & transport near the venue

Get a reloadable Beep Card for jeepneys and most rail lines — it's the universal fare card in Metro Manila. Contactless bank-card/phone tap now works at LRT-2 and MRT-3 too, but only on one pilot turnstile per station so far, so don't rely on it as your only option — carry a Beep Card as backup.

Getting to the start

LRT Line 1 UN Avenue Station

Official transportation page says Rizal Park is a 5–10 minute walk from UN Avenue station;

event start at Roxas Blvd KM0.

Getting to the finish

Finish is Katigbak Parkway; no official finish-to-transit instructions located.

More details

Airport NAIA to the event area takes approximately 30–60 minutes depending on traffic.

Public buses/jeepneys use Taft and Kalaw Avenues.

Race-week road closure and shuttle details were still pending.

IC card

beep™ Card

MRT-3, LRT-1, and LRT-2 stations, select convenience stores (e.g. 7-Eleven), or ordered online via Shopee/Lazada

Works directly at the gates

More details

Contactless Visa/Mastercard and GCash QR tap-to-pay launched on LRT-2 in July 2026 and expanded to MRT-3 (pilot, 1 cashless turnstile per station across all 13 stations) shortly after;

LRT-1 contactless was still pending rollout as of the source.

Source · checked Sep 26, 2026 Source · checked Aug 17, 2026

READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

Nighttime or early-morning starts, a separate finish, and advance expo packet pickup are key.

Assembly and start times by event

According to the official 2026 schedule; the event is subject to change.

The full marathon starts at 00:01, half marathon at 02:00, the 10km at 05:00, and the 5km at 06:00.
Full marathon assembly is at 23:30 the night before; half marathon assembly is at 01:30, the 10km assembly is at 04:00, and the 5km assembly is at 05:30.
The cut-off for all events is 07:30.

Packet Pickup and baggage

You must pick up your bib, shirt, and gear bag at the expo in advance.

Kit pickup is at Robinsons Place Manila from November 24–27, 11:00–19:00.
There is no kit pickup on November 28 or on race day.
The official schedule lists gear bag drop at 21:00 on November 28, with bag pickup closing at 09:00 on race day.

Getting to and from the start and finish

Start line and finish are different, so check your route home.

The start is at Roxas Blvd KM0, and the finish is at Katigbak Parkway.
Transportation information says Rizal Park is a 5–10 minute walk from LRT Line 1 UN Avenue Station.
The official page says details of 2026 road closures and shuttles are still pending.

Kids Run Information

The start times differ between the separate Kids page and the 2026 schedule.

The official Kids Run page lists a 1 km, non-competitive race for children aged 4–10.
The registration page lists the price as PHP 810, all-in.
The official weekly schedule lists a 06:45 start, while the individual Kids page lists 07:00. Please reconfirm the current operating hours.

Times are local to Manila. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Hotels that make race morning easy

7 places

Distances are straight-line from the start.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

Casa Bocobo Hotel

Hotel · 1.1km

8.6/10(321)

View on Booking.com

Manila Prince Hotel

Hotel · 955m

8.4/10(2384)

View on Booking.com

The Bayleaf Intramuros Hotel

Hotel · 192m

8.4/10(1527)

View on Booking.com

White Knight Hotel Intramuros

Hotel · 549m

6.5/10(145)

View on Booking.com

Suntrus t Solana Condominium - Ermita, Manila - SM Manila

Accommodation · 580m

8.8/10(16)

View on Booking.com

Torre de Manila Unit 1720 Taft Avenue Manila Unit 1720

Accommodation · 769m

8.3/10(20)

View on Booking.com

Comfy Inn Manila Kalaw by RedDoorz

Accommodation · 985m

6.6/10(46)

View on Booking.com

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Time for you, before and after the finish

54 experiences

Rest a little, wander a little.
Pick what suits you and whoever you're with.

RECOVERY & SPA6SIT-DOWN TOURS7CARB LOADING7LOCAL TRANSIT7FAMILY PASS7TRAIL & OUTDOOR7CITY TOURS7EASY WALKING6

Antipolo: Hanging Gardens Getaway

Hanging Garden Spa Day Pass + Meal · ₱4,378

View on GetYourGuide

Manila Puning Hot Springs Private Guided Tour

₱28,593

Rock 'n' Roll Manila

About Rock 'n' Roll Manila — what makes it special

A day you'll remember,long past the finish line.

The road to your own record

When the city cheers

The trip that follows the run