St. Patrick's Marathon
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Event overview
The 2026 St. Patrick's race in Georgetown and at Fletcher's Boathouse includes a full marathon, a half marathon, and a 5k on March 15, 2026. The full marathon is a Boston-qualifying course with a six-hour time limit. Points from the event count toward the organizer's Year-Long 5k, Endurance, Back of the Pack, and Winter Series. A virtual race option is available. Runners receive a finisher's medal, a technical (Dri-fit) event shirt, and chip timing. The race benefits Semper Fi & America's Fund. Early registration fees listed in the source are: 5k $35 (rising later), half $70 (rising later), marathon $90 (rising later); race-morning price increases are noted.
Course, logistics and services
All events use the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path. The half and 5k are out-and-back routes on a light gravel, mostly flat trail with minimal elevation change. The full marathon is two out-and-backs. Start/finish locations differ by distance: half and full in Georgetown near the Potomac Boat Club, 5k at Fletcher's Boathouse. Water stations: 14 on the marathon at specified mile markers, 7 on the half at approximate mile markers, and one on the 5k at about mile 1.55; Gatorade is available at some stations. Port-a-johns will be near the Half/Marathon check-in in Georgetown and facility restrooms are at the 5k start. There is no official bag check; items may be left at the timing table at the owner’s risk. Live results will be posted on Athlinks and final results with series points will be posted the Monday after the race. Awards are given to top 3 overall men and women and age-group placings. Volunteers are assigned on race morning. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
