Great Woods Marathon
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Event details
The Great Woods Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Mansfield, MA (885 S Main St, 02048). The event program includes a marathon and a Two Mile Test Run. Entry fees listed in the event information are $85 for the marathon (price noted through 11/30/25 with an increase on 12/1/25) and $30 for the 2-mile event. Refunds, credits, and deferrals are not allowed.
Course and logistics
The marathon uses a flat 2-mile loop at the venue; participants complete 13 laps with the official start positioned 0.2 mile ahead of the finish line. Each mile has checkpoints for accurate splits. There is one course water stop (with Gatorade available), water every 2 miles, numbered personal hydration tables, and an option for participants to set up their own hydration spot (participants are responsible for maintenance and cleanup). Porta potties are available at the start/finish and water, fruit, and granola are provided in the registration area after the race. The course is described as flat, wide, and closed for the event. Timing will use the MyLaps system. The event is USATF sanctioned and may be used as a qualifier. Awards include gift cards for the top three male and female overall marathon finishers, age-group awards, a top male/female for the 2-mile, a finisher medal, a sport hoody for the first 400 marathon entries, and a cap for every 2-mile runner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.