Deseret News Marathon
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Event details
The Deseret News Marathon takes place in Salt Lake City, Utah, on July 24, 2026. The event location is listed as 600 E 900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84105. The race includes in-person and virtual options. Volunteer and registration options are part of the event operations.
Distances and categories
- 26.2 Mi
- 13.1 Mi
- 10 Km
- 5 Km
- 1 Km
- KIDS 1K
- 5K Youth (14 yrs and under)
- Virtual Race
History and reviews
The marathon was first run in 1970 and is described as the oldest road race in Utah and the fourth oldest marathon west of the continental divide. Public reviews show an average rating of 4.5 based on four reviews. Some reviewers praised course layout and organization. Other reviews reported issues such as insufficient water stations late on the course, limited on-course medical presence, and interactions between runners and parade animals near the finish area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
