Deseret News Marathon
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Event overview
The Deseret News Marathon is a road race in Salt Lake City, Utah, held on July 24, 2026. It is described as the longest-operating marathon in Utah, first run in 1970, and the 2026 edition is the event's 56th year. The course follows the historic pioneer route into the Salt Lake Valley and passes through the Days of '47 Parade. Medal design for recent editions was produced by SymbolArts.
Race distances and categories
- 26.2 mi (Marathon)
- 13.1 mi (Half Marathon)
- 10 km
- 5 km
- 1 km
- Marathon Relay
- 5K Youth (14 and under)
- Virtual Race
Location and additional information
The event location is listed as 600 E 900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84105. Results from prior years are published for participant reference. The event lists sponsors and partners, including SymbolArts as a presenting partner. Recent changes included adding a marathon relay option beginning in 2025. Reviews on record mention organizational and course experiences from past editions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
