Garmin Marathon Toledo
The Garmin Marathon Toledo offers a fast, flat course through historic landmarks and scenic parks along the Maumee River.
Race Date
Sep 20, 2026
Location
Toledo, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Location
- Toledo, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 10K, 5K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 1,342
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Garmin Marathon Toledo is a celebration of running, blending competition with a welcoming atmosphere for all levels. This USATF-certified course is designed for speed, featuring a flat profile with minimal elevation change, making it a prime location for personal bests.
Runners will experience a journey through Toledo's rich history and culture, with the course winding past iconic landmarks and through picturesque parks. The scenic beauty extends along the Maumee River, offering a visually engaging backdrop for the 21.1km race. Expect strong community support to cheer you on throughout the event.
With a median field size of approximately 2,653 finishers and drawing participants from around 28 states, the Garmin Marathon Toledo has established itself as a notable event. While the repeat-runner loyalty is currently low, the race is praised for its top-tier organization and the joy of running it provides.
Race-provided description
The Garmin Marathon Series is a celebration of community, connection and the joy of running. Created for runners, by our runners, our races blend competition with a fun, welcoming atmosphere for athletes of all levels. Our Garmin Marathon in Toledo offers a perfect blend of history, culture and scenic beauty. The course takes you through iconic landmarks and picturesque parks, and along the Maumee River — all while enjoying strong community support and top-tier race organization.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt (shirts run small)
Start Location
401 Jefferson Avenue, Toledo, OH, 43604
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
OH25018JHP · Garmin Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Solid Pick481 year running
~2,653 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources
runners from 28 states
winner 1:11:39
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,342 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,342
Median time
2:09:45
Latest turnout
1,342
States
27
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Frequently asked
When is the Garmin Marathon Toledo?
The Garmin Marathon Toledo is held on Sunday, September 20, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Garmin Marathon Toledo take place?
It takes place in Toledo, Ohio.
What distances does the Garmin Marathon Toledo offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 10K, 5K.
Is the Garmin Marathon Toledo course flat and good for a PR?
The Garmin Marathon Toledo is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Garmin Marathon Toledo?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,342 runners who have completed the Garmin Marathon Toledo.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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