The 2026 Golden Driller event includes distances for all levels: Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, suitable for competitive runners and casual participants alike. The courses are USATF certified, flat and fast (except for one hill on the full marathon route), run along the scenic paved trails that follow the Arkansas River. The start/finish area is at Tulsa River West Festival Park, not far from downtown, with convenient parking and hotel access. Each entrant gets a tech shirt and a custom finisher medal featuring the Golden Driller statue; there is food and post-race refreshments, a friendly atmosphere, and the marathon is a Boston qualifier.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Organized by Golden Driller Racing, the Marathon takes place on Saturday, 18 April 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA, starting and finishing at Tulsa River West Festival Park. The course is mostly flat on paved trails along the Arkansas River, USATF certified, and Boston-qualifier with one slight hill on the Marathon route.
Also hosted by Golden Driller Racing on 18 April 2026 at the same location (Tulsa River West Festival Park), the Half Marathon follows the same scenic Riverparks trail system. It’s USATF certified, designed for runners looking for a fast road-trail combo through Tulsa’s greenspaces.
The 10K race is part of Golden Driller 2026 on 18 April in Tulsa, OK, organized by Golden Driller Racing. It uses the paved Riverparks trails, making it a great option for runners wanting the event atmosphere on a shorter course.
Also under the Golden Driller banner, the 5K is held on 18 April 2026 in Tulsa, beginning at River West Festival Park. This race is friendly and inclusive, ideal for beginners or those who want a shorter distance but share the same start/finish setup and support.
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FAQs
What is the Golden Driller Marathon?
How long is the Golden Driller Marathon?
Where does the Golden Driller Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Golden Driller Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Golden Driller Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Golden Driller Marathon?
Organized by Golden Driller Racing, the Marathon takes place on Saturday, 18 April 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA, starting and finishing at Tulsa River West Festival Park. The course is mostly flat on paved trails along the Arkansas River, USATF certified, and Boston-qualifier with one slight hill on the Marathon route.
The Golden Driller Marathon is 42km long.
The Golden Driller Marathon takes place in Tulsa, OK, USA.
The Golden Driller Marathon elevation gain is 144 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Golden Driller Marathon?
Organized by Golden Driller Racing, the Marathon takes place on Saturday, 18 April 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA, starting and finishing at Tulsa River West Festival Park. The course is mostly flat on paved trails along the Arkansas River, USATF certified, and Boston-qualifier with one slight hill on the Marathon route.
How long is the Golden Driller Marathon?
The Golden Driller Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Golden Driller Marathon take place?
The Golden Driller Marathon takes place in Tulsa, OK, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Golden Driller Marathon?
The Golden Driller Marathon elevation gain is 144 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Golden Driller Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Golden Driller Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Golden Driller Half Marathon?
How long is the Golden Driller Half Marathon?
Where does the Golden Driller Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Golden Driller Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Golden Driller Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Golden Driller Half Marathon?
Also hosted by Golden Driller Racing on 18 April 2026 at the same location (Tulsa River West Festival Park), the Half Marathon follows the same scenic Riverparks trail system. It’s USATF certified, designed for runners looking for a fast road-trail combo through Tulsa’s greenspaces.
The Golden Driller Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Golden Driller Half Marathon takes place in Tulsa, OK, USA.
Runna classifies the Golden Driller Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Golden Driller Half Marathon?
Also hosted by Golden Driller Racing on 18 April 2026 at the same location (Tulsa River West Festival Park), the Half Marathon follows the same scenic Riverparks trail system. It’s USATF certified, designed for runners looking for a fast road-trail combo through Tulsa’s greenspaces.
How long is the Golden Driller Half Marathon?
The Golden Driller Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Golden Driller Half Marathon take place?
The Golden Driller Half Marathon takes place in Tulsa, OK, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Golden Driller Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Golden Driller Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Golden Driller Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Golden Driller Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Golden Driller 10K?
How long is the Golden Driller 10K?
Where does the Golden Driller 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Golden Driller 10K?
How can I prepare for the Golden Driller 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Golden Driller 10K?
The 10K race is part of Golden Driller 2026 on 18 April in Tulsa, OK, organized by Golden Driller Racing. It uses the paved Riverparks trails, making it a great option for runners wanting the event atmosphere on a shorter course.
The Golden Driller 10K is 10km long.
The Golden Driller 10K takes place in Tulsa, OK, USA.
Runna classifies the Golden Driller 10K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Golden Driller 10K?
The 10K race is part of Golden Driller 2026 on 18 April in Tulsa, OK, organized by Golden Driller Racing. It uses the paved Riverparks trails, making it a great option for runners wanting the event atmosphere on a shorter course.
How long is the Golden Driller 10K?
The Golden Driller 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Golden Driller 10K take place?
The Golden Driller 10K takes place in Tulsa, OK, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Golden Driller 10K?
Runna classifies the Golden Driller 10K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Golden Driller 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Golden Driller 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Golden Driller 5K?
How long is the Golden Driller 5K?
Where does the Golden Driller 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Golden Driller 5K?
How can I prepare for the Golden Driller 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Golden Driller 5K?
Also under the Golden Driller banner, the 5K is held on 18 April 2026 in Tulsa, beginning at River West Festival Park. This race is friendly and inclusive, ideal for beginners or those who want a shorter distance but share the same start/finish setup and support.
The Golden Driller 5K is 5km long.
The Golden Driller 5K takes place in Tulsa, OK, USA.
Runna classifies the Golden Driller 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Golden Driller 5K?
Also under the Golden Driller banner, the 5K is held on 18 April 2026 in Tulsa, beginning at River West Festival Park. This race is friendly and inclusive, ideal for beginners or those who want a shorter distance but share the same start/finish setup and support.
How long is the Golden Driller 5K?
The Golden Driller 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Golden Driller 5K take place?
The Golden Driller 5K takes place in Tulsa, OK, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Golden Driller 5K?
Runna classifies the Golden Driller 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Golden Driller 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Golden Driller 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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