Lubbock Marathon
The Lubbock Marathon offers a flat, fast course through Texas Tech University and the city.
Race Date
Oct 25, 2026
Location
Lubbock, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Location
- Lubbock, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 5K, 10K, 1 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 476
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Lubbock Marathon presents a straightforward, fast course ideal for setting personal bests. The event typically sees around 476 finishers, drawing participants from approximately 8 states. This race is a solid option for runners seeking a no-frills, certified course focused on performance.
The 13.1-mile course is predominantly flat, making it an attractive choice for those aiming for a quick time. The route winds through the Texas Tech University campus and adjacent city streets, offering a clear path for runners.
With a typical winning time around 74 minutes, the race caters to a range of abilities, though its primary appeal lies in its potential for a fast finish. The event is a good choice for those prioritizing a certified, flat course in West Texas.
Race-provided description
This site is for Race Day Results only. Please visit https://lbkmarathon.com/ to register for races and more information.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
1824 Crickets Avenue, Lubbock, TX, 79401
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
1 year running
~476 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 8 states
winner 1:14:27
typical high 76°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
54°
Afternoon (High)
76°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
16 mph
Wind
52%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 476 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
476
Median time
2:13:49
Latest turnout
476
States
7
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Lubbock Marathon?
The Lubbock Marathon is held on Sunday, October 25, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Lubbock Marathon take place?
It takes place in Lubbock, Texas.
What distances does the Lubbock Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 5K, 10K, 1 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Lubbock Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Lubbock Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Lubbock Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 476 runners who have completed the Lubbock Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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