Marathon

Salisbury Marathon

Salisbury Marathon is a flat Eastern Shore road marathon with Boston-qualifier credentials, a seven-hour cutoff, and a fast-course focus for PR-minded runners.

Next raceSaturday, April 3, 2027
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationSalisbury, Maryland
Boston qualifierYes
Get alertsLast checked August 5, 2026BQ times

Quick facts

  • Flat road marathon on Maryland's Eastern Shore
  • Boston qualifier and USATF certified
  • 16-minute-per-mile pace requirement with a 7-hour cutoff
  • No race-day packet pickup

About the Salisbury Marathon

Salisbury Marathon is a flat Eastern Shore road race that leans into Boston-qualifier usefulness more than spectacle. The field stays local compared with major spring marathons, but the course, cutoff, and timing make it a practical option for runners chasing a fast day.

Course

The marathon is marketed as flat and fast. Marathoners share the opening 10.8 miles with the half before the courses split, and the event enforces a 16-minute-per-mile pace requirement, which gives the full a seven-hour cutoff.

Race-day weather

Early April on Maryland's Eastern Shore usually means cool air at the start with wind as the main variable. Even on a mild day, open stretches can make pacing feel uneven if the breeze picks up.

Past Salisbury Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2027Saturday, April 3, 2027Upcoming
2026Saturday, April 4, 2026CompletedOpen results
2025Saturday, April 5, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024Saturday, April 6, 2024CompletedOpen results

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Salisbury Marathon FAQ

When is the Salisbury Marathon?

The 2027 Salisbury Marathon is on Saturday, April 3, 2027.

Is Salisbury Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. Salisbury 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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