Coast Guard Marathon
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Coast Guard Marathon - April 10-12, 2026
The Coast Guard Marathon is the official race of the United States Coast Guard and will hold an in-person weekend in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, April 10-12, 2026. A virtual race window runs April 1-30, 2026. The event includes a course that passes waterfront streets, historic neighborhoods, and the runway at U.S. Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City. The race organization lists the event as Boston-qualifying and notes the event began with a virtual edition in 2021 and launched in person in 2022. The race location is 501 S Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909.
Race options, fees and entry details
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 5K
- 1K Kids' Run
Entry details from the organizer include published prices and age limits: Marathon ($140, ages 15-125), Half Marathon ($130, ages 12-125), 5K ($50, ages 4-125), and 1K Kids' Run ($25, ages 12 and under). Virtual options have listed prices (Virtual Marathon $60, Virtual Half $60, Virtual 5K $50). The Semper Paratus Challenge options combine the 5K with the Half or Full Marathon; the full challenge was listed as sold out and the half challenge had limited spots available. The last day to register for in-person Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and Semper Paratus Challenge is March 22, 2026, due to mandatory background checks for base runway access. A satellite 5K in Guam and virtual satellite options are also listed.
Weekend services and discounts
Weekend features include a two-day expo, a pasta luncheon, a family festival on Saturday, and a finish line festival on Sunday. The organizer offers a 10% military discount with a specified code and a referral program with tiered refunds for referring 5, 10, or 15 friends. Information on training plans and nearby airports is provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.