Lincoln Marathon

The Lincoln Marathon is held annually on the first Sunday in May. The race is organized by the Lincoln Track Club. This is a volunteer organization that has been promoting running since 1975. The marathon has been held in Lincoln, Nebraska for more than 40 years.

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Race Info

The Lincoln Marathon and Half Marathon race weekend starts with the Runner’s Expo, where you can pick up your packet and visit expo vendors. The packet includes an official Lincoln Marathon participant shirt and race bib.

The course runs through the streets of Lincoln, overlooking the Nebraska State Capitol, Holmes Lake, and Union College. The organizers provide pacers for both races. The finish will be on Stadium Drive to the west of Memorial Stadium.

Although Nebraska weather is unpredictable, the race has never been canceled due to weather.

Race Date

May 4, 2025.

Location

  • Start: University of Nebraska, 14th & Vine Streets, Lincoln, NE
  • Finish: University of Nebraska, Champions Club, 707 Stadium Drive, Lincoln, NE

Directions

Distances

  • Marathon (26.2 miles)
  • Half marathon (13.1 miles)

Starting Time

7:00 a.m. All races start at the same time.

Entry Fees

  • $95 and up – marathon
  • $75 and up – half marathon

Course Map

You can find the course description here: lincolnmarathon.org. Water stations and portable toilets are located approximately every 1.5 miles.

Registration

It will only take a few minutes to register for the Lincoln Marathon at lincolnmarathon.org.

Official Race Website

Always refer to the official website for the latest race information: lincolnmarathon.org.

Social Media

If you have any questions about the race, follow its Facebook page.

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Related Events

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

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