Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Returns to Santiago, Chile on October 17, 2026 with Move to Lo Barnechea for a World‑Class, Scenic Running Experience

April 7, 2026

- The Santander Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Santiago will once again hit the streets of Chile’s largest city offering half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances - General registration for the Santander Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Santiago to open on April 21, 2026 by visiting, www.runrocknroll.com/santiago

SANTIAGO, Chile / TAMPA, Fla. (April 7, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Rock ‘n’ Roll^® Running Series, in conjunction with World Centric Group, has announced the return of the Santander Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Santiago event, set to take place on October 17, 2026. This year’s edition will feature 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon (21K) distances, offering opportunities for runners of all abilities to enjoy one of the most energetic and musically driven running experiences in the world.

The announcement marks the return of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series to Chile for the first time since 2020. Bringing the Fun to the Run™ through music, entertainment, and community immersion, the Santander Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Santiago will move to Lo Barnechea, one of Santiago’s most dynamic and scenic districts. Nestled near the foothills of the Andes Mountains, Lo Barnechea is known for its stunning natural surroundings, clean air, and modern urban infrastructure, making it a premier setting for endurance sports and outdoor recreation.

“The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series is globally recognized for redefining the running experience by combining world‑class racing with live music and vibrant community energy,” said Catalina Escudero of World Centric Group, which operates the event. “We are excited to welcome the series back to Chile, delivering an event produced to international standards. This year, Lo Barnechea will provide a truly unique stage, bringing together running, music, and atmosphere in a scenic, world‑class setting for both participants and spectators.”

Race week will kick off with the Health and Fitness Expo, open to the public and featuring the latest products and trends in the running industry. Then on October 17, runners of all levels from around the world will take to the streets of Lo Barnechea for the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. After starting amid the sweeping views and wide avenues of the district, participants will experience its beautiful neighborhoods, modern architecture, and natural surroundings before making their way to the finish line. Celebrating the vibrant energy of Santiago, the musically themed event will once again bring on course bands and DJs to elevate the race experience as athletes run their way to an unforgettable finish line festival.

The return of the event reinforces Santiago’s position as a leading destination for major sporting events in Latin America. By combining running, music, and community engagement, the event promotes healthy lifestyles, active living, and urban tourism in one of the city’s most attractive districts. The event will culminate in a high‑energy finish line festival, where athletes and spectators celebrate together in a setting that captures the spirit of running, music, and community all in one place.

“We are excited to bring the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series back to Santiago,” said Joanna Jordan, Vice President – Managing Director, Latin America for The IRONMAN Group. “Lo Barnechea provides an extraordinary backdrop for this event, offering runners a chance to experience one of the most scenic and dynamic districts in the region. With its proximity to the Andes Mountains, modern urban infrastructure, and welcoming community, this year’s race will showcase Santiago in a way that is uniquely inspiring. We look forward to welcoming runners from across Latin America and around the world this October.”

General registration for the 2026 Santander Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Santiago will open on April 21, 2026. For more information on the Santander Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Santiago, visit www.runrocknroll.com/santiago or https://www.instagram.com/rocknrollsantiago.

For more information on the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series, please visit www.RunRocknRoll.com. Media inquiries may be directed to cescudero@worldcentric.group.

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About World Centric Group

World Centric Group is a sports production company with extensive experience in large scale events, always striving to deliver the best possible experience to athletes, their families, and the communities that come together around these events. The company leads IRONMAN 70.3 Valdivia and IRONMAN 70.3 Puerto Varas, among other major international sporting properties in Chile.

Built on the philosophy that sport has the power to elevate communities and unite people, World Centric Group brings precision, innovation, and a deep understanding of the participant journey to every event. The company continues to innovate through sustainable practices, eco-friendly initiatives, and meaningful collaborations that integrate host cities as active participants in each event’s success.

About Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series

Established in 1998, the Rock ‘n’ Roll^® Running Series’ simple idea of making running fun has transformed both the U.S. and global running landscape by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams, and entertaining water stations, creating a block-party atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Focused on running, music and community, race weekends kick off with a free Health & Fitness Expo showcasing the latest in running gear, sports apparel, health and nutritional information and much more. Events culminate with an Encore Entertainment experience featuring eclectic musical artists from a variety of genres. Further information about the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series can be found online at www.RunRocknRoll.com and follow @RunRocknRoll on all social platforms.

About The IRONMAN Group

The IRONMAN Group is the world’s largest operator of participation sports with a portfolio of brands, events, media, partners, merchandise, and digital platforms operating in over 50 countries worldwide. A global portfolio consisting of hundreds of events includes the IRONMAN^® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN^® 70.3^® Triathlon Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, IRONKIDS^®, premier running events including the Rock ‘n’ Roll^® Running Series, the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon™ and City2Surf^®, the UTMB^® World Series of trail running, the Epic Series™ of mountain biking including the Absa Cape Epic^®, and a collection of road cycling and other multisport races. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN^® brand and its first event in 1978, millions of athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE^® by crossing finish lines around the world. From its beginnings as a single race among friends in Hawai’i, The IRONMAN Group has become a global sensation and collection of high-growth lifestyle brands that inspire people to unlock their potential in life. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.