Marathon

Salt Lake City Marathon

Salt Lake City Marathon threads major downtown landmarks with Wasatch views, adding altitude and rail-to-start logistics to the usual spring-city formula.

Next raceSaturday, April 24, 2027
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationSalt Lake City, Utah
Boston qualifierYes
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026BQ times

Quick facts

  • City-tour marathon with well-known Salt Lake landmarks.
  • Race morning logistics include UTA and TRAX access to the start.
  • Official timing and photos run through Athlinks and Marathon Photos Live.
  • Six-and-a-half-hour course support window.

About the Salt Lake City Marathon

This one stands out less for massive field size than for the setting. You get a real capital-city course, recognizable downtown landmarks, and a race morning that asks runners to think about transit and elevation as much as splits.

Course

The route takes runners past places such as Legacy Bridge and Temple Square while moving through central city neighborhoods and wide western streets. It is a sightseeing course with real altitude in the background, not a sea-level drag strip built purely for qualifying times.

Race-day weather

Late April in Salt Lake can deliver cool dry air at the start and surprisingly warm sun later. The dry climate can feel comfortable, but altitude and exposure can still punish runners who treat the day too casually.

Past Salt Lake City Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2027Saturday, April 24, 2027Upcoming
2026Saturday, April 25, 2026CompletedOpen results
2025Saturday, April 26, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024Saturday, April 20, 2024CompletedOpen results

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Salt Lake City Marathon FAQ

When is the Salt Lake City Marathon?

The 2027 Salt Lake City Marathon is on Saturday, April 24, 2027.

Is Salt Lake City Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. Salt Lake City 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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