[1][2][3] It is a permanent member of Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS).

[8][9][10] Travel agent and tour operator company Lanka Sportreizen (LSR) is the organizer and primary sponsor of the marathon.

Technical assistance is provided by the Athletic Association of Sri Lanka.

[4][11][10] The 2015 edition of the marathon hosted around 7,000 runners from more than 30 countries, who participated in various categories.

[2][12][4][8][13] The full marathon starts at the headquarters of the Ministry of Sports and proceeds through the suburbs of Borella, Dematagoda, Peliyagoda, Wattala, along the Hamilton Canal, Pamunugama, Thalahena, Pitipana and Duwa, finishing at the Negombo Beach Park.