M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon 2026
The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay 2026 takes place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Burlington, Vermont, starting and finishing at Waterfront Park. Participants can expect typical late-spring weather in the Burlington area, which often features mild to warm temperatures, though runners should be prepared for potential humidity or occasional spring showers. Recognized as one of Runner's World's Best Spring Marathons for 2026, this event offers a high-energy atmosphere with Taiko drummers, local community support, and a scenic course that traverses landmarks like the Church Street Marketplace and the Burlington Bike Path alongside Lake Champlain.
What race distances and categories are available?
- →Full Marathon (Ages 16+)
- →2 Person Relay presented by Darn Tough Vermont (Ages 13+)
- →3–5 Person Relay presented by Darn Tough Vermont (Ages 13+)
- →Wheelchair Race
- →Virtual Marathon
- →Vermont City Two Mile (Ages 9–14)
- →Mini Marathon 1 Mile Fun Run (Ages 4–14)
- →Mini Marathon ½ Mile Fun Run (Ages 4–14)
How much does registration cost?
- →Full Marathon: $220
- →2 Person Relay: $290
- →3–5 Person Relay: $345
- →Wheelchair Race: $220
- →Virtual Marathon: $160
- →Vermont City Two Mile: $35
- →Mini Marathon 1 Mile Fun Run: $35
- →Mini Marathon ½ Mile Fun Run: $35
What is the event schedule?
- →Saturday, May 23 (Junior/Fun Events):
• Vermont City Two Mile: 8:30 AM EDT
• Mini Marathon 1 Mile Fun Run: 9:20 AM EDT
• Mini Marathon ½ Mile Fun Run: 9:50 AM EDT
- →Sunday, May 24 (Main Event):
• Marathon Start Time: 7:15 AM EDT
Where can I find the route details?
You can view the course details via the Strava ↗ route. The course is a USATF Certified & Sanctioned two-loop, 13.1-mile course (totaling 42.2K) that includes:
- →A route through Church Street Marketplace
- →Approximately 10 miles along the Burlington Bike Path with views of the Adirondack Mountains
- →Passage through four of Burlington's parks
- →A start and finish at Waterfront Park
Note: The elevation profile on Strava is not accurate and not all aid stations are visible.
What makes this marathon unique?
- →It is the third largest marathon in New England and the second largest marathon relay in the nation.
- →It is the largest single-day sporting event in Vermont.
- →It serves as the 2026 RRCA Eastern Region Championship Marathon.
- →It is a Boston Marathon Qualifier that meets the new 2027 BQ standards without requiring a time adjustment.