Pittsburgh Marathon

The Pittsburgh Marathon is a 26.2-mile tour of Pittsburgh, PA, with thousands of participants. The course takes the runners across three rivers and bridges, with beautiful city views and architecture.

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Race Info

Boston Qualifier, The Pittsburgh Marathon is 26.2 miles of USATF-certified, closed on-street race course throughout the city. More than 300,000 spectators cheer the runners on the course through 14 distinct neighborhoods of Pittsburgh featuring festivals, bands, and cheerathoners.

The race was held annually from 1985-2003 and was relaunched in 2009.

All participants receive a personalized race bib, race shirt, on-course and post-race hydration and nutrition, professional chip timing, finisher’s medal, and more. The packet also includes access to the Finish Line Festival.

Race Date

May 3-4, 2025.

Location

Downtown
Pittsburgh, PA 15222 US

Directions

Distances

  • Marathon (26.2 miles)
  • Marathon Relay
  • Half marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 5K
  • 4M
  • Kids Marathon, Toddler Trot, and Pet Walk

Starting Time

May 3, 2025

  • 7:00 AM – full marathon, half marathon, relay
  • 9:30 AM – 4M, Kids Marathon

May 4, 2025

  • 7:30 AM – 5K

Entry Fees

  • $165 and up – marathon
  • $145 and up – half marathon
  • $45 and up – 4M

Course Map

You can find the course map and full description here: thepittsburghmarathon.com. There are 16 medical aid stations throughout the course. The course is USA Track & Field-certified.

Registration

To participate in the Pittsburgh Marathon, register here: raceroster.com.

Official Race Website

Always refer to the official website for the latest race information: thepittsburghmarathon.com.

Social Media

Join the Pittsburgh Marathon Facebook page to follow the race updates.

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.

Races in Pennsylvania: 5K10KHalf MarathonsMarathonsUltra Marathons, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M.

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