Delaware Running Festival
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Delaware Running Festival
The Delaware Running Festival is a multi-distance road race in Wilmington, with the start and finish area at Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park. The event offers multiple race distances and associated registration options.
The course passes through historic downtown Wilmington, travels across Brandywine Park along the Brandywine River, follows parkways, moves through historic neighborhoods and goes past Rodney Square. The route is presented as a certified 26.2 mile road marathon in Delaware and is a USATF certified Boston Marathon qualifier; historically about 10% to 12% of marathon finishers have qualified for the Boston Marathon.
Distances available:
- Full marathon (certified 26.2 mile road marathon)
- Half marathon
- 10K
- 5K
The festival includes charity registration options and a referral program offering cash and gear rewards. Race day activities at the Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park start and finish area include live music, vendors and family activities. Event resources listed for participants include packet pick up, race results, an event schedule, travel and accommodation information, volunteer opportunities, a Run for a Cause program, an Insiders Club, a Strava training group and official merchandise. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
