Events for all abilities   The Mayor's Marathon and Half Marathon includes the following events: Marathon (26.2 miles) Marathon Relay (4 X 6.5 miles) Half Marathon (13.1 miles) Four Miler (4.0miles) Youth Cup (1.6 miles) Trip of a Lifetime   Last year the event had representation from all 50 states and 13 nations. You too can turn your Marathon dreams into an Alaskan trip of a lifetime. This site is chock-full of information for visitors, including: Lodging Activities Tours Please see Half Day Tours for Thursday & Friday Tour Options - these tour options will get you back in Anchorage in time for your evening activities. Qualify for Boston   The Marathon course is certified by USA Track and Field and finishers can use their results to qualify for the Boston Marathon.