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Cedar Rapids, IA
Sunday, April 25, 2027
5 Stars from 1 ReviewsThe Cedar Rapids Marathon offers a rolling road course through Eastern Iowa. Designed to minimize technical difficulties, the race is USATF-certified, making it an option for runners striving to achieve a Boston Marathon qualifying time or set a personal record.
The course begins and finishes in the heart of downtown Cedar Rapids, travelling entirely on wide, paved surfaces. Runners quickly find their rhythm as the route transitions out of the downtown sector to wind through historic neighborhoods, vibrant business districts, and local scenic parks. The route also incorporates an extended stretch along the paved Cedar River Trail system, guiding participants past peaceful riverside paths and open territory bordering the Cedar River.
Notable sections along the course include long, straight roadways designed with only gentle turns to favor an uninterrupted stride. The course has a couple of hills from approximately mile 3.5 to mile 4.9 that rise 160 feet before descending back down near mile 5.5. While running along the Cedar River Trail, participants pass near Mount Trashmore and experience scenic parkway views.
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Race Dates
2027: Sunday, April 25, 2027Course Information
Profile: Rolling HillsRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 53°F (11°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 98.24Race Size
2026: 609 FinishersBQ Percentages
2026: 2.6%Miscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: No
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 87°F (31°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
71°F (22°C) |
PR Score |
92.44 |
Course Score |
98.24 |
Marathon rankings for the Cedar Rapids Marathon will be listed for 2026 at the end of the year once finisher results are available.
The Cedar Rapids Marathon has a Course Score of 98.24, ranking it as the 325th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 4th fastest marathon course in Iowa.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Cedar Rapids Marathon a PR Score of 98.24. The PR Score ranks the Cedar Rapids Marathon as the 261st best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 3rd best marathon for a PR in Iowa.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Cedar Rapids Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Iowa for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 909 feet (277m)
Min Elevation: 703 feet (214m)
Elevation Gain: 775 feet (236m)
Elevation Loss: 775 feet (236m)
Course updated 05/13/2026
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Great inaugural race- course is pretty, support was top notch
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