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Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon

Boulder, CO
Sunday, September 27, 2026


  5 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description
*New Course for 2026.

The course takes you through the beautiful back roads of Boulder with breathtaking views near the Reservoir, before winding you to Downtown Boulder for an epic, one-of-a-kind finish. Boulderthon is the perfect fall race to enjoy Boulder, Colorado, named the happiest & fittest city in America.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, September 27, 2026
2025: Sunday, September 28, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Mostly Loop
Surface: Mostly on Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 53°F (11°C)
Average High: 67°F (19°C)
Average Low: 39° F (3°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 92.68
Course Score: 92.68


Race Size

2025: 1,998 Finishers
2024: 1,313 Finishers
2023: 917 Finishers
2022: 662 Finishers
2021: 404 Finishers
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 2.5%
2024: 0.3%
2023: 3.1%
2022: 5.3%
2021: 3.5%
2020: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes

Weather Averages for Last 3 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 78°F  (26°C)
Low: 50°F  (10°C)

Race Start Conditions

60°F  (16°C)
Humidity: 42%

Clear
N 1 mph

PR Score

91.55

Course Score

92.06









Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon was the 42nd largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 62nd largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 2.5% of Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 0.3% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon ranked 392nd among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 418th in 2024. In Colorado, it ranked 7th in 2025 and 9th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.


The Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon has a Course Score of 92.68, ranking it as the 450th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 7th fastest marathon course in Colorado.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon a PR Score of 92.68. The PR Score ranks the Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon as the 442nd best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 6th best marathon for a PR in Colorado.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Colorado for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Boulderthon - Boulder Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed450th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 7th fastest marathon course in Colorado
Top 98% Nationally#7 of 9 in Colorado
PR Potential442nd best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 6th best marathon for a PR in Colorado
Top 96% Nationally#6 of 9 in Colorado
Boston Qualifier Rate392nd highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 7th highest BQ percentage in Colorado
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 82% Nationally#7 of 10 in Colorado
Race Size42nd largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd largest marathon in Colorado
Based on 2025 results
Top 8% Nationally#2 of 17 in Colorado

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




Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 5396 feet (1645m)
Min Elevation: 5166 feet (1575m)

Elevation Gain: 799 feet (243m)
Elevation Loss: 782 feet (238m)


Boulderthon

Course updated 06/12/2026





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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 1 reviews
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Best marathon I've run

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Absolutely stunning course. Impeccably organized. Tons of amenities and AMAZING finish downtown. Can't wait to run again!