Gandy Dancer Marathon
Gandy Dancer Marathon follows a flat Wisconsin rail trail from Luck, combining a smaller race setting with a certified Boston qualifying course.
Quick facts
- Certified Wisconsin Boston qualifier
- Flat Gandy Dancer State Trail route
- Small-race setting in Luck
- Rail-trail surface and long straightaways
About the Gandy Dancer Marathon
This northwest Wisconsin full uses the Gandy Dancer State Trail as a straightforward qualifier venue. The current race page, not the former vanity domain, carries the event's active identity.
Course
The certified rail-trail layout keeps climbing modest and supports even pacing. A narrower corridor, trail surface and long straight sections create a different rhythm from broad city streets.
Race-day weather
Northwest Wisconsin in October may open near freezing, with frost or drizzle making the trail slick. A headwind on long straight sections can amplify the cold.
Past Gandy Dancer Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 10, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Gandy Dancer Marathon FAQ
When is the Gandy Dancer Marathon?
The 2026 Gandy Dancer Marathon is on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Is Gandy Dancer Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Gandy Dancer 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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