On 25 April 2026 the Salt Lake City Marathon returns to the stunning backdrop of Utah’s Wasatch Mountains and the downtown streets of Salt Lake City. Participants can choose from a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a Kids’ K, making the event accessible to a wide range of runners and walkers. The route starts near the Olympic Legacy Bridge and winds through varied urban and valley terrain before finishing in the heart of the city, offering scenic views, strong community support and a well-organised finish festival. With certified courses and generous time limits, this event is ideal whether you’re chasing a personal best, enjoying a road race vacation, or simply taking part in a major spring running celebration.
Races
The full Marathon kicks off at 7:00 a.m. on 25 April 2026, starting near the Olympic Legacy Bridge at the University of Utah and finishing in downtown Salt Lake City, organised by the Salt Lake City Marathon team. With a USATF-certified, Boston-qualifier course that winds from the Wasatch foothills through city streets, it offers runners a fast but scenic challenge at altitude.
Also starting at 7:00 a.m. on 25 April 2026, the Half Marathon shares much of the full Marathon route, departing from the same start line and offering a shorter yet highly rewarding road-race experience in Salt Lake City. Organised alongside the full, it captures sweeping city views, mountain backdrops and thousands of fellow runners through the heart of Utah’s capital.
The 10K Run begins at 7:05 a.m. on 25 April 2026, giving runners looking for a shorter distance a chance to experience the same vibrant finish zone and well-supported event atmosphere. With timing chip, scenic city route and full race-day festivity, it proves that you don’t have to run a full to soak in the big-race energy.
Finally, the 5K Run/Walk starts at 7:10 a.m. on 25 April 2026, opening the course to walkers, families and runners wanting a relaxed but organised event. Hosted by the Salt Lake City Marathon team, it provides a welcoming entry-level distance with the same finish-line fanfare and medal experience as the longer races.
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FAQs
What is the Salt Lake City Marathon?
How long is the Salt Lake City Marathon?
Where does the Salt Lake City Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Salt Lake City Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Salt Lake City Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Salt Lake City Marathon?
The full Marathon kicks off at 7:00 a.m. on 25 April 2026, starting near the Olympic Legacy Bridge at the University of Utah and finishing in downtown Salt Lake City, organised by the Salt Lake City Marathon team. With a USATF-certified, Boston-qualifier course that winds from the Wasatch foothills through city streets, it offers runners a fast but scenic challenge at altitude.
The Salt Lake City Marathon is 42km long.
The Salt Lake City Marathon takes place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
The Salt Lake City Marathon elevation gain is 277.98 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling 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 Salt Lake City Marathon?
The full Marathon kicks off at 7:00 a.m. on 25 April 2026, starting near the Olympic Legacy Bridge at the University of Utah and finishing in downtown Salt Lake City, organised by the Salt Lake City Marathon team. With a USATF-certified, Boston-qualifier course that winds from the Wasatch foothills through city streets, it offers runners a fast but scenic challenge at altitude.
How long is the Salt Lake City Marathon?
The Salt Lake City Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Salt Lake City Marathon take place?
The Salt Lake City Marathon takes place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Salt Lake City Marathon?
The Salt Lake City Marathon elevation gain is 277.98 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City Half Marathon?
How long is the Salt Lake City Half Marathon?
Where does the Salt Lake City Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Salt Lake City Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Salt Lake City Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Salt Lake City Half Marathon?
Also starting at 7:00 a.m. on 25 April 2026, the Half Marathon shares much of the full Marathon route, departing from the same start line and offering a shorter yet highly rewarding road-race experience in Salt Lake City. Organised alongside the full, it captures sweeping city views, mountain backdrops and thousands of fellow runners through the heart of Utah’s capital.
The Salt Lake City Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Salt Lake City Half Marathon takes place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
The Salt Lake City Half Marathon elevation gain is 125.27 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling 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 Salt Lake City Half Marathon?
Also starting at 7:00 a.m. on 25 April 2026, the Half Marathon shares much of the full Marathon route, departing from the same start line and offering a shorter yet highly rewarding road-race experience in Salt Lake City. Organised alongside the full, it captures sweeping city views, mountain backdrops and thousands of fellow runners through the heart of Utah’s capital.
How long is the Salt Lake City Half Marathon?
The Salt Lake City Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Salt Lake City Half Marathon take place?
The Salt Lake City Half Marathon takes place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Salt Lake City Half Marathon?
The Salt Lake City Half Marathon elevation gain is 125.27 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 10K?
How long is the Salt Lake City 10K?
Where does the Salt Lake City 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Salt Lake City 10K?
How can I prepare for the Salt Lake City 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Salt Lake City 10K?
The 10K Run begins at 7:05 a.m. on 25 April 2026, giving runners looking for a shorter distance a chance to experience the same vibrant finish zone and well-supported event atmosphere. With timing chip, scenic city route and full race-day festivity, it proves that you don’t have to run a full to soak in the big-race energy.
The Salt Lake City 10K is 10km long.
The Salt Lake City 10K takes place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
Runna classifies the Salt Lake City 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
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 Salt Lake City 10K?
The 10K Run begins at 7:05 a.m. on 25 April 2026, giving runners looking for a shorter distance a chance to experience the same vibrant finish zone and well-supported event atmosphere. With timing chip, scenic city route and full race-day festivity, it proves that you don’t have to run a full to soak in the big-race energy.
How long is the Salt Lake City 10K?
The Salt Lake City 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Salt Lake City 10K take place?
The Salt Lake City 10K takes place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Salt Lake City 10K?
Runna classifies the Salt Lake City 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 5K?
How long is the Salt Lake City 5K?
Where does the Salt Lake City 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Salt Lake City 5K?
How can I prepare for the Salt Lake City 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Salt Lake City 5K?
Finally, the 5K Run/Walk starts at 7:10 a.m. on 25 April 2026, opening the course to walkers, families and runners wanting a relaxed but organised event. Hosted by the Salt Lake City Marathon team, it provides a welcoming entry-level distance with the same finish-line fanfare and medal experience as the longer races.
The Salt Lake City 5K is 5km long.
The Salt Lake City 5K takes place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
Runna classifies the Salt Lake City 5K elevation profile as Rolling.
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 Salt Lake City 5K?
Finally, the 5K Run/Walk starts at 7:10 a.m. on 25 April 2026, opening the course to walkers, families and runners wanting a relaxed but organised event. Hosted by the Salt Lake City Marathon team, it provides a welcoming entry-level distance with the same finish-line fanfare and medal experience as the longer races.
How long is the Salt Lake City 5K?
The Salt Lake City 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Salt Lake City 5K take place?
The Salt Lake City 5K takes place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Salt Lake City 5K?
Runna classifies the Salt Lake City 5K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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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Sport:
Running
Qualifier:
Boston Marathon Qualifier
Tags:
Kid friendly
Boston Marathon Qualifier
Nature
Major City
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