YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon
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YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs
The 49th annual YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs is scheduled for May 16, 2026 in Boise, Idaho. The event is presented by the Idaho Potato Commission and organized by the Treasure Valley YMCA. Races start and finish at The Morrison Center (2201 W Cesar Chavez Ln, Boise, ID 83725) and take place along the Boise Greenbelt, described as a flat and scenic course. The full marathon is USATF certified and is a Boston Qualification race (USATF: ID25001LAB).
Races and event details
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K Spud Run
- 1-mile Kids Run (Saint Alphonsus Capitol Classic, open to children 14 and under)
The marathon is open to participants age 16 and older; the half marathon is open to participants age 7 and older. Entry fees are listed per event and are subject to an increase after February 20, 2026. Packet pick up information and course maps are provided by the organizers. Sponsors include the Idaho Potato Commission and several local organizations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
