Marathon

Portland Marathon

Portland Marathon gives runners an Oregon city course with bridge and neighborhood miles, fall timing, and a large Pacific Northwest regional field.

Next raceSunday, October 4, 2026
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationPortland, Oregon
Boston qualifierYes
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026BQ times

Quick facts

  • Large Oregon city marathon.
  • Course includes Portland neighborhoods and bridge sections.
  • Fall weather can be cool, wet, or ideal.
  • Registration runs through the race site.

About the Portland Marathon

Portland Marathon is the city's core 26.2-mile event, drawing runners who want a Northwest urban marathon without the lottery mechanics of bigger majors.

Course

The course uses Portland streets, bridges, and neighborhood sections. It is a city-road marathon where turns and small climbs can affect rhythm.

Race-day weather

Early October in Portland can be excellent for racing or damp and breezy. Runners should plan for cool air and possible rain.

Past Portland Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, October 4, 2026Upcoming
2025Sunday, October 5, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024Sunday, October 6, 2024CompletedOpen results

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Portland Marathon FAQ

When is the Portland Marathon?

The 2026 Portland Marathon is on Sunday, October 4, 2026.

Is Portland Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. Portland 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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