The Spokane Marathon
The Spokane Marathon offers a scenic riverfront run through pine forests and along the Centennial Trail.
Race Date
Oct 11, 2026
Location
Spokane, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 10K, 0.33 Miles, The Spokane Marathon Virtual Run
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 10,481
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Spokane Marathon invites runners to experience the natural beauty of the Inland Northwest. The course is USATF certified and winds along the Spokane River, passing through fragrant pine forests and following the scenic Centennial Trail. This route is known for its minimal elevation changes, making it a potentially fast day for participants.
With 23 editions on record, the Spokane Marathon has established itself as a fixture in the running calendar. The event typically sees around 400 finishers, drawing participants from approximately 24 states. While the repeat-runner loyalty is currently low, the growing field trend suggests increasing interest in this Pacific Northwest race.
Runners can anticipate a Boston Marathon certified course, offering a chance for personal bests. The race also features a variety of other distances, including a full marathon, 10K, and shorter options, catering to a wide range of abilities. The finisher shirt serves as a tangible memento of the accomplishment.
Race-provided description
Experience the natural beauty of the Inland Northwest, with a course that winds along the Spokane River, through pine forests, and on the scenic Centennial Trail. Boston Marathon certified course.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Finisher Shirt
Start Location
832 N Howard St, Spokane, WA, 99201
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Forest
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.03 m
Separation
1.1%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
WA25010RMB · Spokane Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
Quality Score
Standout7324 years running
~408 finishers a year
shrinking
10% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources
runners from 24 states
winner 1:08:13
typical high 66°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
66°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
62%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 10,481 finishers actually crossed the line across 23 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
10,481
Median time
2:12:30
Latest turnout
402
States
34
Turnout by year
2015–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the The Spokane Marathon?
The The Spokane Marathon is held on Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the The Spokane Marathon take place?
It takes place in Spokane, Washington.
What distances does the The Spokane Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 10K, 0.33 Miles, The Spokane Marathon Virtual Run.
Is the The Spokane Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The The Spokane Marathon 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 The Spokane Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 10,481 runners who have completed the The Spokane Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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