Overview
The Anchorage Mayor's Marathon draws approximately 804 finishers each June on an urban road in Anchorage, United States. Alaska's largest marathon by participation, co-hosted by UAA Athletics and Anchorage Parks & Recreation with more than 800 marathon finishers in recent editions. The course follows the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, downtown streets, and Westchester Lagoon on a summer-solstice weekend route. Expect significant climbs on this hilly course.
Anchorage Mayor's Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Anchorage Mayor's Marathon 2027 race day
The next Anchorage Mayor's Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 6 June 2027 with a 7:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 250 m of climbing on a hilly with notable climbs layout.
Anchorage Mayor's Marathon course route
The Anchorage Mayor's Marathon covers varied urban road terrain. Starts at Bartlett High School and finishes at Delaney Park Strip in downtown Anchorage. The course follows the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, downtown streets, and Westchester Lagoon on a summer-solstice weekend route. Hilly with notable climbs.
Anchorage Mayor's Marathon elevation profile
The Anchorage Mayor's Marathon course is hilly with notable climbs over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 250 metres of climbing and 200 metres of descent, with a net climb of 50 metres from start to finish.
Entry requirements
Anchorage Mayor's Marathon is typically held in June. Registration opens through https://www.anchoragemayorsmarathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon elevation profile?
- The Anchorage Mayor's Marathon has 250 metres of total climbing and 200 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is hilly with notable climbs, with 50 metres of net climb from start to finish.
- How long is the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon?
- The Anchorage Mayor's Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. The Anchorage Mayor's Marathon is a urban road through Anchorage.
- What time does the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon start?
- The 2027 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon starts at 7:00 am local time on Sunday, 6 June 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on www.anchoragemayorsmarathon.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon start and finish?
- Starts at Bartlett High School and finishes at Delaney Park Strip in downtown Anchorage. Updated course maps are published at https://www.anchoragemayorsmarathon.com/ each year.
- When is the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon and how do I register?
- Anchorage Mayor's Marathon is typically held in June. Registration opens through https://www.anchoragemayorsmarathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- What landmarks does the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon pass?
- The route uses the Coastal Trail, downtown Anchorage, and the Delaney Park Strip finish festival.
- What weather should runners expect at Anchorage Mayor's Marathon?
- Cool summer mornings with long daylight; typical race-day temperatures between 55°F and 70°F.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
