Delaware Running Festival

Delaware Running Festival is a run on a scenic course through historic downtown Wilmington. Participants will run through a beautiful riverside park. The run is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.  Entries for the entire event are limited to 3000 athletes.

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Race Info

Athletes must be a minimum of 13 years of age to participate in the marathon and half marathon, 10 years old in the 10K race and 5 years in the 5K race. The time limit for the marathon is 7 hours (16 minutes per mile pace), for the half marathon – 3,5 hours, for the 10K – 1 hour 45 minutes, for the 5K – 1 hour 30 minutes.

The overall male and female winners will receive trophies. Only the overall winners will be honored at the ceremony. Age group awards will be mailed.

There will be a fun party at the finish line with live music, vendors and entertainment for the whole family. 

Race Date

April 6, 2025.

Location

Rosa Parks Dr, Wilmington, DE US 19801

Directions

 

Distances

  • Marathon (26.2 miles)
  • Half marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 10K
  • 5K

Starting Time

  • 07:00 AM – full marathon, half marathon, 10K
  • 07:20 AM – 5K

Entry Fees

  • $115 and up – full marathon
  • $100 and up – half marathon
  • $70 and up – 10K
  • $40 and up – 5K

Course Map

The marathon course is USATF certified and is a qualifying course for the Boston Marathon.

You can find the course map and description here: delawaremarathon.org.

Registration

To participate in the running or marching challenge, register here runsignup.com

Official Race Website

Always visit the race’s website for the most accurate information: delawaremarathon.org

Social Media

If you would like to keep up on the latest news, connect with the race on Facebook.

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Related Events

If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Marathon Calendar. You may also like to participate in other races in April.

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