Capital City Marathon
Capital City Marathon is a Pacific Northwest staple with rolling Olympia roads, a community-race feel, and enough hills to keep it from reading as a free PR.
Quick facts
- USATF-certified course and Boston-qualifying marathon.
- Rolling-course identity with a downhill finish rather than a pancake-flat profile.
- 2025 results are already posted through RunSignup.
- Community-scale Olympia race with long continuity in the region.
About the Capital City Marathon
The Capital City Marathon feels like a true regional staple rather than a trendy one-off event. Its appeal is the combination of dependable organization, local support, and a course that still asks runners to earn the day.
Course
The certified marathon course rolls through Olympia, surrounding countryside, and neighborhoods before finishing with a fast downhill half mile. It is a Boston qualifier, but the profile is interesting enough that you have to run it well instead of just waiting for fast splits to arrive.
Race-day weather
Late spring in Olympia usually means cool air and a good chance at comfortable racing, though damp conditions are always possible in the Northwest. Even on a mild morning, the hills make pacing more important than it would be on a flat course.
Past Capital City Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, May 17, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, May 19, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Capital City Marathon FAQ
When is the Capital City Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Capital City Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Is Capital City Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Capital City Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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