Conquer the Canal Marathon
Conquer the Canal Marathon fills Delaware's late-May calendar with a C&D Canal trail out-and-back, multi-distance race day, and Delaware City start.
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Quick facts
- Saturday race day includes marathon, half marathon, 10K, and two 5K options.
- Course uses the canal trail out toward Maryland before returning to the start area.
- Flat canal-trail route puts wind and exposure ahead of climbing as the main challenge.
About the Conquer the Canal Marathon
Conquer the Canal is a Delaware City event with marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K options based near the Michael Castle Trail.
Course
The marathon starts near the beginning of the Michael Castle Trail, runs toward Maryland to a turnaround, and returns to Delaware City.
Race-day weather
Late May near the canal can be warm, windy, and exposed. A headwind can shape effort more than hills.
Past Conquer the Canal Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, May 22, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, May 30, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | Results available | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, May 18, 2024 | Results available | Open results |
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Conquer the Canal Marathon FAQ
When is the Conquer the Canal Marathon?
The 2027 Conquer the Canal Marathon is on Saturday, May 22, 2027.
Is Conquer the Canal Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Conquer the Canal 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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