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Garmin Durham Marathon

Durham, NC
Saturday, May 2, 2026


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Course Description
The Garmin Durham course highlights Durham's rich urban heritage, including the historic American Tobacco Campus start, landmark buildings along Watts Street, and scenic trails like the American Tobacco Trail. It balances city views with lots of rolling hills and nature, culminating in a finish at Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium on the Duke University campus.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Course Information

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

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


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 62°F (16°C)
Average High: 74°F (23°C)
Average Low: 51° F (10°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 96.94
Course Score: 97.81


Race Size

2026: 880 Finishers
2025: No Results
2024: No Results
2023: No Results
2022: No Results
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 6.6%
2025: N/A
2024: N/A
2023: N/A
2022: N/A
2021: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes

Weather Averages for Last 1 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 57°F  (14°C)
Low: 46°F  (8°C)

Race Start Conditions

52°F  (11°C)
Humidity: 74%

Overcast
N 4 mph

PR Score

97.81

Course Score

97.81









Garmin Durham Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

Marathon rankings for the Garmin Durham Marathon will be listed for 2026 at the end of the year once finisher results are available.

The Garmin Durham Marathon has a Course Score of 97.81, ranking it as the 362nd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 9th fastest marathon course in North Carolina.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Garmin Durham Marathon a PR Score of 96.94. The PR Score ranks the Garmin Durham Marathon as the 358th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 12th best marathon for a PR in North Carolina.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Garmin Durham Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and North Carolina for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Garmin Durham Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed362nd fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 9th fastest marathon course in North Carolina
Top 79% Nationally#9 of 16 in North Carolina
PR Potential358th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 12th best marathon for a PR in North Carolina
Top 78% Nationally#12 of 16 in North Carolina

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




Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 433 feet (132m)
Min Elevation: 245 feet (74m)

Elevation Gain: 1004 feet (306m)
Elevation Loss: 1037 feet (316m)


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Course updated 05/12/2026





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