Blue Ridge Marathon
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Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon
The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon weekend takes place April 18, 2026, in Virginia’s Blue Ridge near Roanoke. The course runs through the Blue Ridge Mountains and is promoted for its substantial elevation change. The event weekend includes a finish-line music festival and a recovery day.
Multiple race formats are offered:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 1 Miler
- Double Marathon
- Four-person team relay
- The Full GOAT series
- Sunday Slow-K and virtual races
Pre-race services and weekend activities include packet pickup and a race expo, a shakeout run and pep talk, a VIP runners lounge, and specialized training programs. Organizers note comprehensive course support and event-day amenities such as a race app, awards, and volunteer assistance. Spectator information covers parking and road-closure details.
The event is community operated and reports donating more than $10,000 to local charities each year. Sponsors and local partners are listed as part of the weekend presentation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
