The start of the BDO Half Marathon is set for Sunday, May 17.
The BDO Half Marathon powered by ILTT, organized by the St. Maarten Road Runners, will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Port de Plaisance, celebrating the fourth edition in its current concept.
Excitement continues to build, with 200 runners and walkers already registered and 200 more spots still available. The event is attracting participants from across the region, including Anguilla, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Kitts, Nevis, Saba, and Curaçao, highlighting the growing regional appeal of this running, and walk event.
Sign up online via the St. Maarten Road Runners Facebook page or through the BDO Half Marathon registration link and form.
Participants can choose from four distances: 21 km (6:00 a.m., $40) • 10 km (6:30 a.m., $30) • 5 km (7:00 a.m., $25) • 7 km Walk Around the Lagoon (6:15 a.m., $25)
With main sponsor BDO, the event proudly reflects one of BDO’s core pillars: Fit for BDO. Fit for Life. This philosophy emphasizes the importance of maintaining balance in everyday life, supporting not only physical health, but also mental wellbeing, resilience, and strong communities. Through initiatives like the BDO Half Marathon in both Sint Maarten and Curaçao, BDO actively invests in programs that encourage people to stay active, connect with others, and prioritize their overall wellbeing.
The St. Maarten Road Runners extend a special thank you to the sponsors whose continued support makes this event possible: BDO, ILTT, Tri-Sport, YC-Events, Princess Casino, Port de Plaisance Country Club, SXM Padel Club, Balls & Wine, Beyond Limits Fitness Center, Oyster Bay Beach Resort, Heavenly Water, We Are SXM, Super U, and NEC Distribution.
With strong regional participation and a growing reputation, the BDO Half Marathon powered by ILTT continues to build a tradition of health, connection, and community spirit across the island.
