The Valentine Marathon
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The Valentine Marathon - August 1, 2026
The Valentine Marathon takes place Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Valentine, NE, with the race beginning and ending at Bolo Beer. Multiple distances are offered, including an ultra, a full marathon and shorter distances.
- 52K Ultra (7.5 hour time limit)
- Marathon (6 hour time limit)
- Marathon Relay - team of four (6 hour time limit)
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- 1 Mile
For every mile run, $1 will go to benefit the Valentine Community Schools Foundation. A finisher's medal is offered, and a race shirt and medal are guaranteed for participants registered by July 19, 2026; shirts are not guaranteed after that date.
The published schedule notes that if heat threatens, the entire schedule may be moved up by one hour. Group registration and tiered registration fees are part of the event setup. Questions for organizers are handled through the event's contact channels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
