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University of Charleston Marathon presented by United Bank

Sat April 11 - Sun April 12, 2026

Events

Marathon

Date Range: 04/12
Time: 7:00AM EDT 2:00PM EDT

Half Marathon

Date Range: 04/12
Time: 7:00AM EDT 2:00PM EDT

5K

Date Range: 04/11
Time: 9:00AM EDT 10:00AM EDT

Place

5K - SATURDAY, APRIL 11th 9AM START (UC Campus, Riverbank)

MARATHON/HALF - SUNDAY, APRIL 12th 7AM START (Capitol St. Charleston, WV)

Description

Flat Roads, Fast Times, and Friendly Vibes – Run Charleston!

COURSE MAP AND ROAD CLOSURES

5K - SATURDAY, APRIL 11th 9AM START (UC Campus, Riverbank)

MARATHON/HALF - SUNDAY, APRIL 12th 7AM START (Capitol St. Charleston, WV)

A fast and flat Boston qualifying course through the City of Charleston, West Virginia will take you 26.2 miles around our state capitol, on the historic streets of the city, across the Kanawha river, and through the University of Charleston campus! The University of Charleston Marathon intends to promote community, encourage health and wellness, and serve as a critical funding source for the University of Charleston Honors College students. We aim to provide a high-quality race experience for runners, volunteers, spectators and the surrounding community.

This USATF- Marathon Certified course is ideal for personal records or Boston qualifying times. (USATF-WV25002MS)

STAY AND PLAY

The UC Marathon Preferred Hotel is Four Points by Sheraton. Book by Monday, March 16, 2026 for the special UC Marathon rate. 

Race Contact Info

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Directions

5K - SATURDAY, APRIL 11th 9AM START (UC Campus, Riverbank)

MARATHON/HALF - SUNDAY, APRIL 12th 7AM START (Capitol St. Charleston, WV)

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