Lincoln Marathon
Lincoln Marathon is a longstanding Nebraska road race with deep local roots, hometown support, and one of the Plains' steadiest spring marathon weekends.
Quick facts
- Long-running local institution with 2026 confirmed for May 3.
- Official registration stays on the race site instead of sending runners straight to a third-party page.
- Official results routing now points to the Lincoln Run results platform.
- Good option for runners who value race history and stable organization.
About the Lincoln Marathon
The Lincoln Marathon works as a goal race because it feels established rather than improvised. Its longevity and local roots matter here, and that gives the whole weekend a confidence that many smaller marathons never quite build.
Course
Expect a city road marathon with the kind of organized, no-drama logistics that come from a race with real history behind it. The course is less about gimmicks and more about giving runners a dependable spring marathon day in Lincoln.
Race-day weather
Great Plains spring weather can be excellent for marathon running, but wind is always part of the conversation. A cool start helps, while a brighter, breezier second half can still punish uneven pacing.
Past Lincoln Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, May 2, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, May 3, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, May 4, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
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Lincoln Marathon FAQ
When is the Lincoln Marathon?
The 2027 Lincoln Marathon is on Sunday, May 2, 2027.
Is Lincoln Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Lincoln 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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