Coast Guard Marathon
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Event overview
The Coast Guard Marathon takes place April 10-12, 2026, in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. It is the official foot race of the United States Coast Guard and is presented as the event's 6th annual edition. Races are offered both in-person and virtually. The event is open to all participants, including members of the armed forces and the wider running community.
Races and location
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 5k
- 1k
- Semper Paratus Challenges
The host city, Elizabeth City, is a coastal town in northeastern North Carolina and is officially designated a Coast Guard City. The site notes nearby airport distances: Norfolk International Airport about 52.4 miles, Newport News-Williamsburg about 75 miles, Richmond International about 130 miles, and Raleigh-Durham about 181 miles. Information about weekend activities, course maps, parking, and post-race festival are listed as part of the race weekend program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.