Golden Driller Marathon
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Event overview
The Golden Driller Marathon is scheduled for April 18, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This is the 11th annual running of the event. Race distances offered are:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
All courses are USATF certified and the marathon is a Boston qualifier. Each participant receives a technical race shirt and a finisher medal that features the Golden Driller statue. Organizers describe the event as a smaller, community-focused race and note there will be post-race food and beer available for participants aged 21 and over.
Course and logistics
The races take place on paved trails in Tulsa's Riverparks system along the Arkansas River, with the start and finish at Tulsa River West Festival Park, 2100 S Jackson Ave, Tulsa, OK 74107. The start/finish area is within three miles of downtown Tulsa and several downtown hotels. On-site parking at the start/finish is available. Organizers state the courses are flat, except for one hill that appears on the marathon course.
The event is produced by Golden Driller Racing, an RRCA registered event management company that states it is fully insured and uses USATF certified courses as appropriate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.