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Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K

The Green River Marathon offers a flat, fast course with a focus on community spirit.

Race Date

Jun 6, 2026

Location

Kent, WA

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Location
Kent, Washington
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50K, 26.2M
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
150

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell Organized

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Green River Marathon, first run in 2002 and now in its 30th year, offers a straightforward racing experience. This event is designed for runners seeking a flat and fast course, making it a potential candidate for personal bests.

The race takes place in Kent, Washington, with typical race-day temperatures averaging between 51–69°F. While the provided data indicates a shrinking field trend and a low repeat-runner loyalty, the event's longevity suggests a dedicated core of participants. The marathon also offers 50K and half marathon distances, catering to a range of running abilities.

Race-provided description

2026 Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K June 06, 2026 Green River Marathon Updated (05/23/26) Green River Marathon Link For 2026 Green River Marathon Link For 2025 **************************************** **************************************** Green River Marathon Link For 2024 Future races I will put on: https://greenrivermarathon.com/RACES.html I hope to see many of you Saturday (06/06/26) for our 30th Annual Running of this Marathon, Relay and Half Marathon. Thank you. Steve Barrick **************************************** **************************************** **************************************** **************************************** **************************************** **************************************** **************************************** ****

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Kent, WA

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

50K26.2M

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage14/20

7 years running

Size7/15

~31 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

6 photos

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:32:09

Weather5/10

typical high 69°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

51°

Afternoon (High)

69°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

69%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 150 finishers actually crossed the line across 7 years.

Most recent

2021

Total finishers

150

Median time

2:13:57

Latest turnout

31

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:20p50 median ≈ 2:154:30

Turnout by year

20102021

'10'12'13'14'17'20'21
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K?

The Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K is held on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Where does the Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K take place?

It takes place in Kent, Washington.

What distances does the Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50K, 26.2M.

Is the Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K course flat and good for a PR?

The Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K?

HalfRuns has finish records for 150 runners who have completed the Green River Marathon, Relay, Half Marathon and 50K.

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