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Vermont City Marathon

Burlington, VT
Sunday, May 26, 2024

  4.7 Stars from 10 Reviews

Description

The double loop Vermont City Marathon starts and finishes in Waterfront Park along the shores of Lake Champlain.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2024: Sunday, May 26, 2024
2023: Sunday, May 28, 2023


Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Multiple Loops
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 60°F (15°C)
Average High: 71°F (21°C)
Average Low: 48° F (8°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 97.75
Course Score: 98.06


Race Size

2023: 1,163 Finishers
2022: 1,305 Finishers
2021: No Results
2020: No Results
2019: 1,813 Finishers
2018: 1,941 Finishers


BQ Percentages

2023: 12.2%
2022: 15.6%
2021: N/A
2020: N/A
2019: 11.5%
2018: 13.9%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes


Weather Averages for Last 11 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 76°F  (24°C)
Low: 55°F  (13°C)

Race Start Conditions

60°F  (16°C)
Humidity: 76%

Partly Cloudy
S 6 mph

PR Score

105.62

Course Score

98.11



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How does the Vermont City Marathon Rank?


The Vermont City Marathon was the 61st largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 43rd largest in 2022.

Last year 12.2% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon and 15.6% of runners qualified for Boston in 2022.

This gives the Vermont City Marathon the 138th highest percentage of Boston Marathon qualifiers in the U.S. last year and the 83rd highest percentage in 2022.


Its Course Score of 98.06 ranks it as the 318th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest course in Vermont.

The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are slightly above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the Vermont City Marathon a PR Score of 97.75. This PR Score ranks it as the 282nd fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest in Vermont.

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.


Vermont City Marathon Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 232 feet (70m)
Min Elevation: 98 feet (29m)

Elevation Gain: 855 feet (260m)
Elevation Loss: 856 feet (260m)


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Course updated 12/30/2023



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Recent Vermont City Marathon Reviews

4.7 Stars from 10 Reviews
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wer's review of 2023 Vermont City Marathon.   

5 / 5 Stars

Review

The course is not flat, but its not hilly either. Its a double loop, and the only real hill is right at the start (and the half) up from the lake in downtown Burlington. It's not long at all though. Other than that, the course is slight downhill or uphill with a downhill finish. Lots of shade even on a sunny day as it runs on some narrow trails, not just city streets.


Race Tips

The course is quite narrow in spots, and congested at the start. I think it easily could be a BQ course, though.


Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

I stayed at the Champlain college dorm which is utilitarian but just fine. Small single room with a locking door and shared shower and bathroom. I didn't even see my suite mates until after the race. Very affordable, too. About a mile uphill from the start/finish, which is fine if you take it slowly.


TR's review of 2023 Vermont City Marathon.   

4 / 5 Stars

Review

VCM is a great race. I've run it 6 times over the past 10 years with a few course changes recently. It's a big deal for the town and there is usually a great turnout. It's also well supported from an aid station perspective. The start is a little cramped but it's easy to get as far as you need forward. They do a great job having pacers available for the standard 3:30 and up goal times.

I would argue it's a tough course to PR. It's not flat and the elevation profile doesn't show just how many little ups and downs there are throughout the entire race. There are lots of turns, and overall the pavement is super choppy. Temperature and shade along the route is also now an issue. Expect temps averaging close to 80 now by mid-day over the last few years. Enjoy the route but temper your goal time expectations due to course and weather.


Race Tips


Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)


NC's review of 2017 Vermont City Marathon.   

5 / 5 Stars

Review

Too little shade along many stretches of road. Now, sun/heat is not a problem in Vermont, but last two years where very warm. '16 was canceled at noon; '17 the start was moved an hour earlier in the day


Race Tips

The "Assault on Battery" is the only real climb and comes at 15.5 miles. It's long and steep at the end. I power-walked it, and I do not think I lost that much time -- but sure saved some strength!


Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

Book hotel EARLY! Burlington VT is a beautiful city, but I do not think they have sufficient hotel rooms near downtown. You may find yourself way out there.


CF's review of 2017 Vermont City Marathon.   

4 / 5 Stars

Review

Great spectators and friendly course, awesome volunteers. Too many relay runners make the first half challenging to wade through.


Race Tips

Save some energy for the last six miles on the deserted bike path.


Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)


RWM's review of 2017 Vermont City Marathon.   

5 / 5 Stars

Review

VCM is a clover-shaped course, so your friends and family can see you run multiple times and finishes at the lakeside park off Lake Champlain with a fun after-party and great music. The course is filled with very enthusiastic spectators and roadside bands.


Race Tips

The marathon has a pretty winding course, so hit your tangents. It has quite a few hills, but are all manageable. Water station every two miles (about 3-4 gu or banana stops) and quite a few homeowners handing out items too. Like all New England races, the weather and temps can be very different each year. Be smart and use a Pacer, for at least the first half... it will pay-off :) Oh and save some energy for mile 15's Battery Hill!


Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

Try and get there early and park down near the finish area. It's only a few tenths of a mile up to the start and you'll be happy to have the car close-by after the race :)