Mayor's Marathon

Alaska's biggest and best marathon and half marathon

Since 1974, runners from all over the world have traveled to Anchorage, Alaska to participate in one of the most scenic and enjoyable marathons in the U.S., the Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon. You're invited to join more than 3,500 runners as they wind through Anchorage's award winning trail system during Alaska's summer solstice. The course offers scenic vistas and wildlife viewing opportunities as it travels from the foothills of the Chugach Mountains to the steely waters of Cook Inlet.

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)

Five Miler (5.6 miles)

Youth Cup (1.6 miles)

Trip of a Lifetime

Last year over two-thirds of the participants were visitors. 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.

News

2008 Mayors Marathon and Half Marathon Welcome and Participant Instructions
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Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon Organized by
University of Alaska Anchorage	Municipality of Anchorage