Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon pairs a broad city tour with a strong remembrance mission, making it feel more meaningful than a typical big April road race.
Quick facts
- Boston-qualifying marathon on a certified single-loop road course.
- 6.5 hours of course support, with timing checkpoints at miles 7.5 and 20.
- Starts near the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum.
- 168 memorial banners line the route in honor of bombing victims.
About the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
The race is inseparable from the Oklahoma City National Memorial. That connection gives the weekend a weight and purpose that changes the tone, even though the event still has the size, support, and logistics of a major city marathon.
Course
The certified single-loop course starts near the memorial and crosses downtown, Bricktown, the State Capitol area, northeast Oklahoma City, and historic neighborhoods before returning. The 6.5-hour support window and timing checkpoints at miles 7.5 and 20 matter for back-of-pack pacing, while 168 memorial banners keep the race's purpose visible along the route.
Race-day weather
Late April in Oklahoma can be comfortable at sunrise and much warmer by mid-race. Wind is always the wildcard, and if it shows up on exposed roads, the back half can feel longer than the profile suggests.
Past Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, April 25, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, April 26, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, April 27, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
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Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon FAQ
When is the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon?
The 2027 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon is on Sunday, April 25, 2027.
Is Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Oklahoma City Memorial 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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