Antarctic Ice Marathon
December 13, 2026
Union Glacier Camp · Union Glacier, Antarctica
About
The 21st edition of the Antarctic Ice Marathon, held at Union Glacier in Antarctica, the world's southernmost marathon.
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Start
Union Glacier Camp
Entry fee
USD 22,500
Weather
Snowy -20°C
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Antarctic Ice Marathon
Dec 13Union Glacier42.2 km (26 mi)
Predicted finishOn pace
5:27:14h
62% ready
Your readiness
Training plan9wks
LevelMid
Sleep score82/100
Top finishers
- 1Denis🇷🇺03:54:49
- 2Rune🇧🇪04:18:25
- 3Charles🇺🇸04:27:14
Pack this
- Three-layer system: merino base, insulated mid, windproof shell
- Balaclava, ski goggles and spare dry mitts with liner gloves
- Insulated bottle or hydration bladder with insulated hose and cover
- Gels kept inside jacket so they don't freeze, plus chewable snacks
- Trail shoes with gaiters or snowshoe-compatible footwear, wool socks
What you should know
- The course is on packed snow and ice at around 700m, so expect slow pace and soft footing in places.
- Wind chill can push temperatures well below -20°C; cover all exposed skin to prevent frostbite.
- Flights to Union Glacier are weather-dependent, so build buffer days into your travel plans.
- Use aid stations at camp to swap layers and refill warm fluids, as sweating heavily then chilling is dangerous.
- Follow organizer instructions on gear checks and medical screening; remote evacuation is limited and slow.
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