University of Charleston Marathon

APR

11-12

2026

Run a Boston qualifying USATF certified flat course around the West Virginia state capitol and University of Charleston campus. Choose marathon, half or 5K on April 11 and 12, 2026 and support the Honors College.

11-12 Apr 2026

Charleston, West Virginia

Registration

Marathon Half Marathon 5 kilometers

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University of Charleston Marathon presented by United Bank

The event takes place on Saturday April 11 and Sunday April 12, 2026 in Charleston, West Virginia. The organizer address is 240 Capitol St, Suite 100, Charleston, WV 25301. The event includes a marathon, a half marathon, and a 5K. Entry fees listed are $110 for the marathon, $90 for the half marathon, and $40 for the 5K. Prices increase after April 9, 2026.

Course and purpose

The course is USATF-certified (USATF-WV25002MS) and described as flat and Boston-qualifying. The marathon route covers 26.2 miles around the state capitol, along historic city streets, across the Kanawha River, and through the University of Charleston campus. The event is intended to promote community and health and to serve as a funding source for University of Charleston Honors College students. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.