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After the sun goes down. After classes and homework are finished. After everyone kicks their shoes off for the night. We lace up. On 21 June 2025, the Nike After Dark Tour takes over Ciudad Universitaria, a celebration of women's running, community and self-expression. Inspired by the voices and insights of female runners, this series is designed to bring women to the forefront, fostering a sense of belonging and connection. This is our return to the streets of Mexico City, with a nocturnal half-marathon and an unrelenting post-race celebration. It's an invitation to run defiantly into the night, chasing after a high that only the endorphins of a 21.1K under the stars can offer. Our route has been traced to challenge runners and take them out of their comfort zone in a stunning location that will offer breathtaking landscapes and a you-have-to-race-it-to-believe-it backdrop. As the world is winding down, we're just getting warmed up.

Race day

21 JUNE 2025 7:00PM (CST)


Ciudad Universitaria de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

Race details

Where will you run?

Welcome to Ciudad Universitaria! Get ready for an epic 21-kilometer journey through historic landmarks and stunning scenery. Submerge yourself in nature to escape the city noise to later immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the most important student zones of Latinoamerica.

The course

More than just a race, this is a celebration of you and the amazing community of runners who dared to leave their comfort zone. Under the night sky, we've created unforgettable moments that will give you that extra energy. Don't forget to invite your friends to claim this space and write history together.

When you finish

Spoiler alert! Imagine crossing the finish line in one of the world's most majestic stadiums. Pamper yourself and experience a recovery zone like you haven't seen before, and since we’ve already took the night, celebrate with the community of runners in an atmosphere of music, style and running. It’s not the end, it is the beginning of your next challenge.

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*Race course subject to change

Distance

21.1K

Surfaces

Tarmac & concrete

Elevation

320M

Temp. range

17–20°C at the time

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Get ready

Invite your friends to own the night running and make history together. This is more than a race—it's a celebration of you and the bold running community. Discover your stop on the Nike After Dark Tour and start training for the night ahead.

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Get set

Gear up to run, train and hit the ground running on race day.

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THE POWER OF COMMUNITY

Embrace the night and celebrate with the running community in an electrifying atmosphere of music, style and running. Show up, push your limits and enjoy a post-race experience that will inspire and energise like never before!

Training

Training plans

Prep yourself for the ultimate late-night street race with an in-app Training Plan curated by Coach Taylor, get tips based on local conditions, or use live location sharing to train with your community all around the world.

Head Coach Diljeet Taylor

Head Coach Diljeet Taylor led BYU to 2 Cross Country National Championships and has coached 110 All-Americans. Now she's got your back as you step into the night. Train with her in the Nike Run Club App.

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COACH ANDREA CANTARELL

Nike Coach Andrea (@andrea.cantarell) is with you every step of the way as you take on the After Dark Mexico City 21.1K.

gear up for the race

    Race rules

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Registration

    Please write to afterdarktour@nike.com.
    Please write to afterdarktour@nike.com and we will review the specific case.

    Packet Pick-up at the Expo

    At the Expo that will take place from Monday, June 16 to Friday, June 20 at Nike Mexico City located at:
    Fray Pedro de Gante 4A, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Centro, CDMX. On Madero Street.
    The delivery hours will be:
    • Monday, June 16 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday, June 17 to Friday, June 20 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    We recommend going for your kit as soon as possible.
    For the Celebration, you will have the opportunity to invite a +1 to accompany you during this experience. These +1 spots will be limited (subject to availability in the registration and at the event venue). Instructions, as well as terms and conditions, will be in your race kit. +1s must be adults, men or women.
    You can exchange it with other runners if you find the opportunity.
    No, the race is already sold out.
    Access to the Expo, runner’s chip, race shirt, finisher medal upon crossing the finish line, time certificate, access to the Recovery and Celebration zone.
    • Proof of the Web Check-In completed in the Asdeporte app:
    • Open the Asdeporte app.
    • Go to the “Retos” section and click on the “Mis competencias” tab.
    • Select the event you are registered in and click the “Hacer Check-in” button and follow the steps.
    • Official ID
    Yes, your companion(s) must arrive and enter with you.
    There is no maximum, as long as you present:
    • Proof of the Web Check-In completed in the Asdeporte app
    • Official ID
    The person going to pick up the kit must bring:
    • Proof of the Web Check-In completed in the Asdeporte app
    • A photocopy of the runner’s official ID
    • A photocopy of the ID of the person picking up the kit
    Someone else may pick it up for you, as long as they present:
    • Proof of the Web Check-In completed in the Asdeporte app
    • A photocopy of the runner’s official ID
    • A photocopy of the ID of the person picking up the kit

    Race Day

    Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
    The distance will be 21.097 meters on asphalt and concrete surface.
    We recommend taking traffic, parking time, and the location of the Start Arch into account in order to be in your block by 6:30 p.m., since the race will start at 7:00 p.m. sharp.
    You must go to Parking Lot 4 of the Olympic University Stadium. The starting line will be next to it.
    We recommend taking traffic, parking time, and the location of the Start Arch into account in order to be in your block by 6:30 p.m., since the race will start at 7:00 p.m. sharp.
    You can arrive by Uber (which will offer a 40% discount that day for both the ride there and back, each ride capped at 100 pesos), by Metro to Dr. Gálvez Station, or if you drive, you can park in Parking Lots 1, 2, or 3 of the Olympic Stadium of Ciudad Universitaria, free of charge by presenting your runner number. The parking lots will be open starting at 3:00 p.m.
    In Parking Lots 1, 2, and 3 of the Olympic Stadium of Ciudad Universitaria, which will be open free of charge to runners presenting their number starting at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
    We recommend not leaving valuables, electronic devices, or special medications inside your vehicle. The event organizing committee is not responsible for damages, partial or total losses of objects or vehicles.
    You can also arrive by Metro at Dr. Gálvez Station, or by Uber, which will offer a 40% discount that day for both rides, each ride capped at 100 pesos.
    Yes, in Parking Lot 7. We suggest not storing valuables.
    There will be no awards podium; everyone will receive a medal for crossing the finish line. Times will be shared, and rankings will appear there.
    You must go to the As Deporte website (www.asdeporte.com), click on “Resultados” and check with your competitor number to see your result and photos. If the information does not appear, contact us through the website or app and we will solve it.
    No, this will not be a race suitable for running with a dog or any other pet.
    No, however you can write to afterdarktour@nike.com to review your case.
    Please write to afterdarktour@nike.com to review your case.