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.
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
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, April 3, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, April 4, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, April 6, 2024 | Completed | Open 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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