If you love adrenaline, nature, and great challenges, you’ll find a wide variety of sports events in Chile during the second half of 2026.
From triathlon competitions alongside the Pacific Ocean to marathons in Chilean Patagonia, our country will host some of South America’s most important events. Discover them below!
Cover photo: Torrencial Chile by UTMB
1. IRONMAN Iquique
Iquique makes history! The capital of the Tarapacá Region debuts as the official host of the 5150 circuit – the Olympic distance race under the prestigious IRONMAN brand license – transforming its vibrant coastline into the epicenter of global triathlon.
Athletes will swim 1.5 kilometers in the waters of Cavancha Beach, cycle 40 kilometers in front of the Atacama Desert and its dunes, and finish with a 10-kilometer run along the city’s waterfront. A unique experience where the sea and desert meet on the same route.
- When: June 28.
- Where: Iquique.
- Price: From $192,000 CLP (approx. $214 USD) via Passline.
2. Torrencial Chile by UTMB
Considered one of South America’s most spectacular trail running races, Torrencial Chile by UTMB challenges runners to traverse mud, native forests, and the lush Valdivian jungle.
The competition includes distances of 6K, 12K, 21K, 44K, 65K, and the demanding 100K, with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and characteristic landscapes of the Los Ríos Region. This event is part of the UTMB World Series, so its finishers will earn Running Stones, the requirement to qualify for the world finals in Mont-Blanc, France.
- When: June 26-28, 2026.
- Where: Valdivia.
- Price: From $84 USD (varying by distance) on the official website.
3. Nations Cup 2026
International rugby will have a historic event in July with the Nations Cup 2026, a tournament to be held in Santiago, Viña del Mar, and La Serena. With a family-friendly atmosphere and affordable tickets, this event is the ideal excuse to explore the diversity of Chilean landscapes in mid-winter. We will support our national team, Los Cóndores, who will face Romania, Hong Kong, and Georgia.
- When: July 4-18, 2026.
- Where: Santiago, Viña del Mar, and La Serena.
- Price: Tickets from $5,000 CLP (approx. $6 USD) via Ticketmaster.
4. FIFA U-17 Women’s Volleyball World Championship Chile 2026
Chile will host one of the most important youth events in international volleyball. The U-17 Women’s World Championship will bring together the future stars of the sport in Santiago, Los Andes, and San Felipe, with the participation of powerhouses like Turkey and the United States.
- When: August 6-16, 2026.
- Where: Collective Sports Center of the National Stadium Park (Santiago) and adapted gymnasiums in Los Andes and San Felipe.
- Price: From $5 USD via Ticketpro.
5. Patagonian International Marathon
Few races in the world offer a setting as breathtaking as Torres del Paine National Park. The Patagonian International Marathon is a legendary event that gathers runners from over 78 countries in one of the planet’s most pristine corners.
Participants run surrounded by turquoise lakes and the imposing silhouettes of Paine Grande and Cuernos del Paine. Designed for all types of athletes, the competition offers distances of 10K, 15K, 21K, 30K, and 42K.
- When: September 5 and 6, 2026.
- Where: Torres del Paine National Park.
- Price: General admission from $232 USD for 10K on the official website.
6. WRC Rally Chile Biobío 2026
The Biobío Region solidifies its position as a motorsport hub by hosting the WRC Rally Chile Biobío, the only South American round of the World Rally Championship. This competition is globally renowned for its forest routes and technically demanding tracks, which wind through the dense forests around Concepción.
For four days, the world’s best drivers will challenge the geography of southern Chile in a privileged environment. The event offers free access in several public areas, making it a must-see for motorsport enthusiasts.
- When: September 10-13, 2026.
- Where: Concepción and surrounding areas.
- Price: Free admission (free access in public zones).
7. Viña del Mar Marathon 2026
Running alongside the Pacific Ocean is the main attraction of the Viña del Mar Marathon, one of the country’s most important running competitions. With 10K, 21K, and 42K circuits, the race gathers thousands of participants to compete along the coastline of the Valparaíso Region.
The route allows participants to enjoy beaches, viewpoints, and iconic postcards of the “Garden City,” making the event an excellent option to combine sport and tourism during spring.
- When: October 4, 2026.
- Where: Viña del Mar.
- Price: From $32,000 CLP plus service charge (approx. $36 USD) via the following link.
8. L’Étape Chile by Tour de France
The official Tour de France experience comes to Chile with a race that will bring together national and international cyclists. Valdivia will host this competition, which is part of L’Étape Series, the global circuit inspired by the most famous cycling event in the world.
Participants can choose routes of 30K, 60K, and 110K, which will traverse some of the most representative landscapes of the Los Ríos Region. A must-attend event for cycling and nature lovers!
- When: November 1, 2026.
- Where: Valdivia.
- Price: From $69,900 CLP for Family Rout (approx. $78 USD) on the Eventrid site.
9. Titan Forest Patagonia 2026
Chilean Patagonia will be the setting for one of the most demanding mountain bike and gravel competitions on the continent. Titan Forest Patagonia invites cyclists from all over the world to explore for four days some of the most remote and spectacular landscapes of the Aysén Region.
The race takes place around Cerro Castillo, combining technical trails, imposing mountains, and ancient forests. Participants can compete in MTB or gravel categories.
- When: November 2-5, 2026.
- Where: Villa Cerro Castillo, Aysén Region.
- Price: €1,195 for the full experience and €790 without accommodation (approx. $1,388 and $917 USD) on the official website.
10. Topman Pucón Marathon 2026
With the Villarrica volcano as a backdrop, the Topman Pucón Marathon has become one of the most attractive running challenges in southern Chile. The competition includes distances of 10K, 21K, and 42K, traversing landscapes of native forests and rivers in La Araucanía.
- When: November 15, 2026.
- Where: Pucón, La Araucanía Region.
- Price: From $30,000 CLP plus service charge (approx. $33 USD) on Triatletas.
11. Columbia Trail Challenge Huilo Huilo
Imagine running among volcanoes, ancient forests, and some of the most stunning landscapes in southern Chile. That’s what the Columbia Trail Challenge Huilo Huilo offers. With distances for all levels —2K, 6K, 10K, 20K, 45K, and 60K—, this race combines sport, adventure, and nature.
The competition takes place in the Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve, a renowned biodiversity sanctuary where runners traverse trails through the Valdivian jungle and the slopes of the Mocho-Choshuenco volcano.
- When: November 21, 2026.
- Where: Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve (Los Ríos Region).
- Price: Presale for 2K from $23,000 CLP plus service charge (approx. $26 USD) at the following link.
