2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon
Anchorage's Mayor's Marathon offers a unique summer solstice run with stunning Alaskan scenery.
Race Date
Jun 19, 2027
Location
Anchorage, AK
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 19, 2027
- Location
- Anchorage, Alaska
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 30,446
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Each summer solstice, Anchorage hosts a unique marathon and half-marathon, drawing participants from across the globe and nearly every U.S. state. The event, co-hosted by the University of Alaska Anchorage and the Municipality of Anchorage Parks and Recreation, takes advantage of Alaska's extended daylight, with nearly 19 hours of sun. Runners can expect a course that winds through wooded areas and along coastal trails, offering glimpses of wildlife like moose and whales, alongside views of the water and surrounding mountains.
With 23 editions on record, the race has seen median fields of around 2,000 finishers, indicating a well-established event. While the course is certified by USA Track and Field and noted as a Boston Marathon qualifier, runner reviews suggest it's not entirely flat, with some hills and a potentially narrow trail in the early miles. The atmosphere is described as local-community focused, with a growing field trend and a modest repeat-runner loyalty of about 11%.
Race-provided description
2026 ANCHORAGE MAYOR'S MARATHON & MORE Each Summer Solstice the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon, Half-Marathon, Solstice Classic, Kids Mile and Relay bring hundreds of people together from nearly every state in the union, countries around the globe and from our very own community. There is something about nineteen hours (actually a bit more) of daylight that draws many to this unique and beautiful event. Anchorage and Alaska has a lot to offer, so make sure you plan ahead and allow yourself enough time to see the sights. The Visit Anchorage web site can help you plan your adventures from lodging to sightseeing to exploring. Find out where to climb a glacier, see a moose, and catch a salmon. You can also find the best places to eat, sleep and dance the night away. The Anchorage Mayor's Marathon is co-hosted by the University of Alaska Anchorage Athletic Department and the Municipality of Anchorage Parks and Recreation Department.The Marathon course is certified by USA Track and Field as a Boston Mar…
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 19, 2027
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
Delaney Park Strip, Anchorage, AK, 99501
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Forest, Lake River
Surface
Dirt Trail, Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Standout7824 years running
~2,018 finishers a year
shrinking
11% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources
runners from 48 states
winner 1:12:46
typical high 67°F
Historical Finish Times
How 30,446 finishers actually crossed the line across 24 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
30,446
Median time
2:24:37
Latest turnout
1,019
States
51
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon?
The 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon is held on Saturday, June 19, 2027.
Where does the 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Anchorage, Alaska.
What distances does the 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
How many people run the 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 30,446 runners who have completed the 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon.
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