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The Delaware Marathon Running Festival is an excellent assembly of races for all ages and skill sets.  Runners enjoy the best of Wilmington, from the majestic views along the riverfront and through downtown (which could be considered the financial center of the United States).   The marathon is challenging, yet BQ-enabling and includes the scenic Jack Markell Trail.  The half covers first 13 miles of the full marathon and the 10K and 5K run on the same day amplifies the race day buzz.   All include access to brilliant post-race festivities in a beautiful park setting.

The Delaware Marathon - 7:00am

REQUIREMENTS

Registrants must be 13 years of age and be able to complete the full 26.2 mile course in under 7 hours (16 min/mile pace).  Those who are under 13 may still be eligible to participate but must seek a waiver by contacting [email protected]. 

FIELD SIZE

The marathon field will be capped at 1,000 runners, with a total of 3,000 runners in all events; although the Race Director reserves the right to change the size of the marathon field.

REGISTRATION

Online registration for the Delaware Marathon™ will close April 19, 2024 at 11:59pm or earlier if the field is filled.  In-Person Registration will be available at the expo if space remains. Please register early to take advantage of the best pricing and to avoid a sell out.

Once you have registered, please take the time to confirm the accuracy of the information. You may be able to look up and edit your information by following the instructions HERE.

2024 MARATHON COURSE

The first 13 miles of the marathon race route travels across beautiful Brandywine Park on the Brandywine River, along prestigious parkways, through historic neighborhoods of Wilmington, near the 100 year old tower in Rockford park  and past downtown’s Rodney Square.  The second half of the marathon route is along the scenic and tranquil Jack Markell Trail making its way almost to New Castle and returning to the festivities at Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park for the post race celebration with the other race participants.

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MARATHON AWARDS

Overall Winners: Trophies will be awarded to the overall male and female champions as well as to the and the second and third place finishers.

Awards Ceremony: The awards ceremony will take place at the main stage in the center of Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park at 12:00pm. Only the overall winners from the full marathon, half marathon, 10k and 5k will be awarded at the ceremony. Age group awards will be mailed.

Age Groups: Prizes go to the top three non-elite male and female age group finishers for the marathon in each of the following divisions: 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35- 39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70+

Half-Marathon - 7:00am

COURSE

The Delaware Half-Marathon takes you across beautiful Brandywine Park on the Brandywine River, along prestigious parkways, through historic neighborhoods of Wilmington, near the 100 year old tower in Rockford park  and past downtown’s Rodney Square.

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5K - 7:20am

COURSE

This is a new route for the 5k, completely in the city.  The route follows portions of the full and half marathon routes.  We are excited to offer this unique route to those who typically run 5k events in Wilmington.  The route is subject to change at any time.

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10K - 7:00am

COURSE

Participants can run the 6.2 mile course along side of their teammates and no longer need to worry about bus rides and chip exchanges.  Those looking to add a team concept should consider creating a social team.

The 10K course follows parts of the half-marathon course, starting and finishing at Tubman-Garrett Park and enjoying both downtown and park settings during the route.

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Date: Sunday, April 21, 2024

Time: 7:00am

Location: Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park - Rosa Parks Dr, Wilmington, DE 19801

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