Coast Guard Marathon
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Event overview
The Coast Guard Marathon takes place April 10-12, 2026. It is the official race of the United States Coast Guard and the event is listed as the 6th annual edition. Races are offered in-person and virtually and include family-friendly activities and challenge options. The event is open to all participants, including members of all military branches and the general running community.
Distances and event types:
- 1k
- 5k
- Half marathon
- Full marathon
- Semper Paratus Challenge
- Virtual races
- Official satellite runs
The weekend program includes an expo, a finish festival, a pasta lunch, and standard race services such as course maps, parking, and published race rules and safety information. Awards, pace teams, official race merchandise, and support for adaptive athletes are part of the event services. A training plan is provided for marathon participants.
Location and logistics
The event is located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, described as a coastal community and an officially designated Coast Guard City. The town is near the waterways and woodlands leading to the Outer Banks and within reach of the Hampton Roads area.
Nearest airports listed with approximate distances:
- Norfolk International Airport: 52.4 miles
- Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport: 75 miles
- Richmond International Airport: 130 miles
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport: 181 miles
The event notes that no federal or Coast Guard endorsement of commercial sponsors is implied. Results and race photography from prior years are available for reference. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
