University of Charleston Marathon
A flat, certified spring marathon through West Virginia's capital, looping the State Capitol, downtown Charleston, and the University of Charleston campus.
Quick facts
- USATF-certified course promoted for Boston qualifying attempts.
- Loops the State Capitol and finishes on Capitol Street downtown.
- Race proceeds fund the University of Charleston Honors College.
- Draws a multi-state field of several hundred runners to West Virginia's capital.
About the University of Charleston Marathon
The University of Charleston stages this spring marathon as a fundraiser for its Honors College, and the race has quickly drawn hundreds of runners from dozens of states. Charleston's compact downtown, the Kanawha River crossings, and the university's riverfront campus give it a capital-city feel at a small-race scale.
Course
The USATF-certified route is flat by West Virginia standards, tracing downtown streets, circling the State Capitol, crossing the Kanawha River, and passing through the University of Charleston campus before a finish on Capitol Street. It is pitched at runners chasing Boston qualifying times, and the winning times so far back that up.
Race-day weather
Early April in Charleston tends toward cool, changeable mornings. Rain and wind along the river are realistic, and a chilly start can still turn mild by the final miles, so flexible layers beat a single-condition kit.
Past University of Charleston Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, April 11, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
University of Charleston Marathon FAQ
When is the University of Charleston Marathon?
The 2027 University of Charleston Marathon is on Sunday, April 11, 2027.
Is University of Charleston Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. University of Charleston 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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