Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon
Coastal Delaware's marathon gives Rehoboth Beach a flat Boston qualifier with boardwalk miles, state park paths, and a compact April weekend.
Quick facts
- Boston qualifier with a flat, fast course.
- Starts and finishes by the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk.
- Marathon shares Sunday with the half marathon and 9K after a Saturday 5K.
- Coastal wind can matter even when temperatures are good for racing.
Is registration open for the 2027 Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is open.
About the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon
Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is the full marathon inside a Rehoboth Beach race weekend. It stands out as a flat Boston qualifier with a beach-town start and finish, state park paths, and a smaller coastal feel than the big spring city races.
Course
The course starts and finishes by the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and uses coastal Delaware landmarks, state park paths, and sections near Lewes. It is promoted as flat and fast, so wind and crowding may matter more than hills for goal pacing.
Race-day weather
Early April on the Delaware coast is usually workable for marathon racing, but ocean wind can make the same temperature feel different from mile to mile. Cool starts, damp air, and exposed stretches should all be part of the pacing plan.
Past Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, April 11, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, April 12, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, April 13, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, April 14, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon FAQ
When is the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon?
The 2027 Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is on Sunday, April 11, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is open. View the official registration details at runsignup.com.
Is Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Coastal Delaware Running Festival 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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