Scheduled for November 1, 2025, the Ocean City Running Festival celebrates its third year, providing runners with diverse race options such as the marathon, half-marathon, 8K, and 5K. The courses highlight Ocean City's picturesque landscapes, including the iconic Boardwalk and the natural beauty of Assateague State Park. Beyond the races, participants can look forward to a festive finish line celebration, embodying the vibrant community spirit of Ocean City. Whether you're aiming for a personal record or seeking a fun-filled run, this festival caters to all fitness levels.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
8km
5km
Race Date:
01 November, 2025
The Ocean City Marathon provides runners with a scenic 26.2-mile course that starts and finishes at the Ocean City Inlet, offering views of the Atlantic Ocean. Participants will traverse iconic landmarks, including the Ocean City Boardwalk, and cross the Isle of Wight Bay into West Ocean City, making their way to the turnaround point at Assateague State Park.
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FAQs
What is the Ocean City Running Festival?
How long is the Ocean City Running Festival?
Where does the Ocean City Running Festival take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Ocean City Running Festival?
How can I prepare for the Ocean City Running Festival?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ocean City Running Festival?
The Ocean City Marathon provides runners with a scenic 26.2-mile course that starts and finishes at the Ocean City Inlet, offering views of the Atlantic Ocean. Participants will traverse iconic landmarks, including the Ocean City Boardwalk, and cross the Isle of Wight Bay into West Ocean City, making their way to the turnaround point at Assateague State Park.
The Ocean City Running Festival is 42km long.
The Ocean City Running Festival takes place in Ocean City, Maryland, USA.
Runna classifies the Ocean City Running Festival elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ocean City Running Festival?
The Ocean City Marathon provides runners with a scenic 26.2-mile course that starts and finishes at the Ocean City Inlet, offering views of the Atlantic Ocean. Participants will traverse iconic landmarks, including the Ocean City Boardwalk, and cross the Isle of Wight Bay into West Ocean City, making their way to the turnaround point at Assateague State Park.
How long is the Ocean City Running Festival?
The Ocean City Running Festival is 42km long.
Where does the Ocean City Running Festival take place?
The Ocean City Running Festival takes place in Ocean City, Maryland, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Ocean City Running Festival?
Runna classifies the Ocean City Running Festival elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Ocean City Running Festival?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ocean City Running Festival?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
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Nature
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