The Delaware Marathon
RACE LOCATION
Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park
S Market & Rosa Parks Dr
Wilmington, DE 19801 US
COUNTDOWN UNTIL RACE DAY
Sunday, April 6 @ 7:00am
REQUIREMENTS
Registrants must be 13 years of age and be able to complete the full 26.2 mile course in under 7 hours (16 min/mile pace). Those who are under 13 may still be eligible to participate but must seek a waiver by contacting customerservice@corrigansports.com.
FIELD SIZE
The marathon field will be capped at 1,000 runners, with a total of 3,000 runners in all events; although the Race Director reserves the right to change the size of the marathon field.
REGISTRATION
Online registration for the Delaware Marathon™ will close April 5, 2025 at 11:59pm or earlier if the field is filled. In-Person Registration will be available at the expo if space remains. Please register early to take advantage of the best pricing and to avoid a sellout.
Once you have registered, please take the time to confirm the accuracy of the information. You may be able to look up and edit your information by following the instructions HERE.
If we are forced to switch to a virtual event, all participants will have the choice to run virtually or defer their entry to 2026. All virtual runners will receive their medal and UA race shirt in the mail.
NO FAXED OR EMAILED ENTRIES | NO REFUNDS | NO RACE TRANSFERS
2025 MARATHON COURSE
The first 13 miles of the marathon race route travels across beautiful Brandywine Park on the Brandywine River, along prestigious parkways, through historic neighborhoods of Wilmington, near the 100-year-old tower in Rockford park and past downtown’s Rodney Square. The second half of the marathon route is along the scenic and tranquil Jack Markell Trail making its way almost to New Castle and returning to the festivities at Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park for the post-race celebration with the other race participants.
The Delaware Marathon is proud to partner with the Abbott World Marathon Majors.
FULL MARATHON COURSE CERTIFIED NUMBER: DE20002NP
Objects in this image appear larger than they actually are 😉. Max elevation is 185 ft.
JOIN A SOCIAL TEAM
Having the support of your friends during your training and race is priceless, but we decided to add an extra incentive! Regardless of when your teammates register, the entire group will get a $10 refund once your team reaches 10 or more members. The refund will go directly back to the card used to pay for registration. PLUS there’s potential for teams to win extra benefits and deals!
💰 Teams of 10 or more = save $10 per team member
🎪 Teams of 40 or more = get a tent at the finish line
🎁 Prizes for things like the biggest & most festive teams
✨ Increase the fun by running together
🥇 Pick any or all the race distances!
2025 MEDALS & RACE PREMIUMS TBA!
2024 RACE MEDALS
This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the Delaware Running Festival and we have a special medal in store for our finishers!
The center of the medal is designed to spin, allowing you to showcase two distinctive sides. One side features the distance you conquered, while the other displays a special 20th Anniversary logo. Turn the medal around, and you’ll discover a tribute to all the Wilmington streets our runners cover from the 5k to the Marathon!
2024 RACE PREMIUMS
You will commemorate your race day experience with an Under Armour tech tee emblazoned with the special 20th Anniversary logo! This name-brand training shirt does everything you need your quality training gear to do
WATER STATIONS
The course will consist of 13 water stops which includes several that you will pass in each direction on the Markell Trail and one at the turnaround at New Castle Elementary School. Due to limited access points on the trail, some spots on the trail have more space than usual. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY. Feel free to bring your own hydration system (such as a camelbak) if you prefer.
Each water station will also offer port-a-pots for runner use. On the trail, where you will pass them in each direction, we will offer additional units to alleviate congestion.
MARATHON AWARDS
Overall Winners: Trophies will be awarded to the overall male and female champions as well as to the second and third place finishers.
Awards Ceremony: The awards ceremony will take place at the main stage in the center of Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park at 11:00am. Only the overall winners from the full marathon, half marathon, 10k, and 5k will be awarded at the ceremony. Age group awards will be mailed.
Age Groups: Prizes go to the top three non-elite male and female age group finishers for the marathon in each of the following divisions: 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35- 39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70+
(NOTE: There must be a minimum of 5 competitors in a given age group in order for an award to be issued. The event reserves the right to reduce or eliminate awards in a given age group if there are fewer than 5 participants.)
Age group awards will be mailed within a month after the event after finishing times have been verified.
NO DUPLICATION OF AWARDS
