Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon

Rehoboth BeachDelawareUnited States

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Saturday, 10 April 2027

7:00 am start

Distance

42.195 km / 26.2 mi

Scenic coastal road

Elevation

Rolling · 100 m gain

100 m climbing

Race profile

Overview

The Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon draws approximately 747 finishers each April on a scenic coastal road in Rehoboth Beach, United States. The spring anchor of Delaware's Coastal Running Festival draws more than 700 marathon finishers on a mostly flat certified course. The route links Rehoboth Beach, Cape Henlopen State Park roads, and southern Delaware coastal scenery. Gentle undulations are the only breaks on an otherwise flat profile.

Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.

Typical participants: Approximately 747 finishers

Weather: Cool to mild and humid spring
8–13°C · humidity 60–80%
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Course & terrain

Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon course

Course route details and elevation profile for race-week planning.

The Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is a largely flat scenic coastal road course suited to steady pacing. Starts and finishes in the Rehoboth Beach area during the spring Coastal Delaware Running Festival. The route links Rehoboth Beach, Cape Henlopen State Park roads, and southern Delaware coastal scenery. Mostly flat with gentle undulations.

Registration

Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon entry requirements

Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is typically held in April. Registration opens through https://www.codelrun.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon a Boston Qualifier?: The Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is a Boston Qualifier. The Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon holds a certified 42.195 km course that can be used for Boston Marathon qualifying times, subject to current Boston Athletic Association standards and the race's USATF (or equivalent) certification status in the registration year.
What is the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon elevation profile?: The Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon has 100 metres of total climbing and 95 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is rolling, with 5 metres of net climb from start to finish.
How long is the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon?: The Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Coastal course the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is a scenic coastal road through Rehoboth Beach.
What time does the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon start?: The 2027 Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon starts at 7:00 am local time on Saturday, 10 April 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
Where does the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon start and finish?: Starts and finishes in the Rehoboth Beach area during the spring Coastal Delaware Running Festival. Updated each year.
When is the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon and how do I register?: Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is typically held in April. Registration opens may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
Is the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon course flat?: Yes. Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
What landmarks does the Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon pass?: The course passes Rehoboth Beach, Cape Henlopen roads, and southern Delaware coastal scenery.
What weather should runners expect at Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon?: Mild spring mornings on the Delaware coast with low humidity.

Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.

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