Birmingham's Premier Running Weekend has made its mark as one of the most hospitable and enjoyable marathons in the country. Athletes of all ages and running abilities are welcome to participate in one of our many weekend activities and events. Run or walk one of our well organized Sunday races including the Mercedes Marathon, half marathon, 5 person marathon relay or our 5K event on Saturday. Our double loop marathon course is fast & friendly offering an up close & personal view of downtown Birmingham and its surrounding attractions.
The Mercedes Marathon was the 114th largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 117th largest in 2022.
Last year 10.8% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon and 10.9% of runners qualified for Boston in 2022.
This gives the Mercedes Marathon the 164th highest percentage of Boston Marathon qualifiers in the U.S. last year and the 152nd highest percentage in 2022.
Its Course Score of 97.59 ranks it as the th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the th fastest course in Alabama.
The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the Mercedes Marathon a PR Score of 97.59. This PR Score ranks it as the th fastest marathon in the U.S. and the th fastest in Alabama.
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Mercedes Marathon Elevation Chart
Max Elevation: 770 feet (234m) Min Elevation: 583 feet (177m)
The crowd support dies down in the second half when the half marathoners finish. A couple aid stations were out of Gu on the second loop, so it might be good to have one or two of your own so you don't go too long without taking in calories.
I stayed at host hotel which is 3 blocks from expo and start/finish lines. Hotel also had free shuttle to airport. Also walking distance from Civil Rights Museum which I recommend.
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