RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k)
RunSBY Half: a flat, fast, BQ-friendly point-to-point through Salisbury.
Race Date
Apr 3, 2027
Location
Salisbury, MD
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 3, 2027
- Location
- Salisbury, Maryland
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 3,042
Highlights
Good For
Course
The Experience
The RunSBY Half Marathon, part of Salisbury’s RunSBY Events, is a flat, fast, point-to-point course that winds through downtown Salisbury, Maryland. USATF-certified and net downhill, it’s a prime destination for runners chasing a PR or a Boston Qualifier — the race boasts a tremendous BQ percentage. The course shares its first 10.8 miles with the marathon before splitting off, offering marathoners a bail-out option to the half.
The race draws about 400 finishers from 28 states, with a loyal 14% returning year after year. With a generous 3.5-hour time limit (16-minute pace), it’s welcoming for both first-timers and veterans. The small but enthusiastic field creates a supportive, low-key community vibe.
After crossing the finish line in downtown Salisbury, runners enjoy a post-race party area and receive a performance T-shirt. Now celebrating its 9th edition in 2027, the RunSBY Half offers a straightforward, high-value race experience in a charming Maryland setting.
Race-provided description
SALISBURY, MARYLAND 9 is fine!!! 9 years of running the RunSBY Events! Come celebrate with us on Saturday, April 3rd, 2027! Join us in 2027 for a flat and FAST marathon and half marathon course! Our BQ percentage is tremendous, so this could be your chance to qualify for a major!! Our Marathon and Half Marathon courses share the same course for the first 10.8 miles before splitting off to finish out their courses. All marathon runners can even use this point as a bail-out, if they like, to complete the half marathon. Our courses have a 16 min/mile pace requirement, so our MARATHON must be completed in 7 hours and our HALF MARATHON must be completed in 3 1/2 hours. Packet Pickup - THERE IS NO RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP!! DOWNTOWN SALISBURY (At the finish line party area - Park at 110 Circle Avenue and come on over) Thursday - April 1st, 2027 - 5 pm to 8pm "Locals Packet Pickup" Friday - April 2nd, 2027 - 2pm to 8pm IN PERSON packet pickup ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, April 3, 2027
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Performance T-shirt
Start Location
Salisbury City Park, Salisbury, MD, 21801
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.14 m
Separation
5.8%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
MD17032NP · Run SBY - Salisbury Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change.
Course Map
Quality Score
Standout767 years running
~396 finishers a year
shrinking
14% returning runners
USATF certified · 3 timing sources
runners from 28 states
winner 1:15:20
typical high 64°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
64°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.2"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 3,042 finishers actually crossed the line across 7 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
3,042
Median time
2:14:01
Latest turnout
395
States
40
Turnout by year
2019–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k)?
The RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k) is held on Saturday, April 3, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k) take place?
It takes place in Salisbury, Maryland.
What distances does the RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles.
Is the RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k) course flat and good for a PR?
The RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k) is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 3,042 runners who have completed the RunSBY Events (Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5k).
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