bg26.2 Marathon
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Event overview
The bg26.2 & half marathon and bg6000 takes place Saturday–Sunday, November 1–2, 2025, in Bowling Green, Kentucky (42101). The event includes the following races:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 6k (bg6000)
- bgKIDS 1 km fun run
Entry fees listed for 2025 include $130 for marathon entries, $110 for half marathon entries, $45 for the bg6000, and free registration for bgKIDS (registration ends October 31, 2025). The race is an RRCA sanctioned event and a USATF certified, Boston Marathon qualifying course.
Course and logistics
The course starts and finishes at Bowling Green Ballpark and follows a 13.1 mile loop through historic downtown Bowling Green and the Western Kentucky University campus. Marathon participants run the loop twice. There are five checkpoints for marathon runners and two for half marathon runners. A 6 hour race limit applies; after that time participants must move to sidewalks or the extreme right side of the road and course support will end. Strollers are not permitted on the course per RRCA guidelines. Bibs must be visible on the front for timing and photos. All finishers receive a medal and post-race refreshments; post-race stretches and massages are available. Packet pick-up, expo, and a pasta dinner are held on the Saturday before the race. No refunds are offered; transfers and deferrals are available for a fee. Awards use gun time for overall places and chip time for other awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.