Louisville Marathon
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Louisville Marathon - Louisville, KY - Nov 1, 2026
The Louisville Marathon is a road and trail running event in Louisville, Kentucky held on November 1, 2026. The event offers multiple timed distances and provides distance-specific finisher medals for all participants.
Distances:
- 26.2 miles (marathon)
- 13.1 miles (half marathon)
- 10K
The course runs through the Parklands of Floyd's Fork on paved trail and finishes at Egg Lawn. All courses are USATF certified and the marathon is a Boston qualifier. Course surfaces are entirely paved road or trail. Time limits are posted for each distance: marathon 6 hours 30 minutes, half marathon 3 hours 30 minutes, 10K 1 hour 50 minutes.
On-course services include water and sports drink at all water stations, gear check with a clear bag requirement, chip timing, and pacers for goal pacing. Race amenities mentioned for the finish include Derby pie and one complimentary beer for participants aged 21 and over. Event gear options include a 50/50 cotton/poly t-shirt or a quarter-zip pullover available for a small upgrade fee.
Parking is available on site at Egg Lawn, with additional parking at Falls City Soccer Fields and an off-site lot on Papa Johns Blvd served by shuttle buses. The event supports the Dream Factory, an organization serving children with chronic illnesses and disorders. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
