Mad Marathon
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Mad Marathon, Mad Half, Relay Teams, 10K and 5K
The Mad Marathon event is scheduled for July 12, 2026 in the Mad River Valley in Central Vermont. This is the 15th annual occurrence and it includes multiple race formats across the same weekend. Past participants have noted ample aid stations and visible volunteer support.
Distances and formats included in the event:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- Relay teams
- 10K
- 5K
Courses travel on back roads and dirt roads through a rural landscape. Runners pass rolling farmland with climbs and descents, small villages, historic barns, covered bridges and open fields noted for local dairy cows. The route offers views of the Green Mountains and mixes paved and unpaved surfaces that reflect the valley setting.
The event materials reference course maps, results and a schedule for the weekend. Organizational details such as lodging options, volunteer information and sponsor listings are provided for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.