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Blue Ridge Marathon
Blue Ridge Marathon is a marathon, half marathon and 10K event held in Roanoke, Virginia. It is usually held in April; the exact date hasn't been confirmed in the listing yet. About 4,000 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- April
- Location
- Roanoke, VA
- Field size
- ~4,000 runners
Race details
- Usually held in
- April (date not confirmed)
- Location
- Roanoke, Virginia
- Distances
- Marathon, Half, 10K
- Field size
- About 4,000 runners
- Course
- Hilly / mountain
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- blueridgemarathon.com
About the Blue Ridge Marathon
The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon Series has earned its title as “America’s Toughest Road Marathon” by challenging runners with over 7,430 ft. in elevation change, more than any other road marathon in the U.S. This race is the ONLY marathon that runs along the famously scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, and proceeds from this non-profit event benefit the parkway and a dozen local charities every year. The full, half, relay and 10k all prove equally challenging yet rewarding on this mountainous cour…
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- America's toughest road marathon
- Notes
- Large Roanoke mountain race weekend.
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Blue Ridge Marathon: common questions
- When is the Blue Ridge Marathon?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in April. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Blue Ridge Marathon held?
- In Roanoke, Virginia.
- What distances does the Blue Ridge Marathon offer?
- Marathon, Half and 10K.
- How many people run the Blue Ridge Marathon?
- About 4,000 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Blue Ridge Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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