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Nutmeg State Marathon

Hartford, CT
Saturday, May 30, 2026


  4 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description
**Part of the 5 Day New England Marathon Challenge Series**

The Nutmeg State Marathon consists of 12 Laps of a 2.13 mile loop, plus a .64 mile out and back loop at the start.

The marathon is held at Goodwin Park which is a large Golf Course & Driving Range.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Saturday, May 30, 2026

Course Information

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

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 60°F (15°C)
Average High: 72°F (22°C)
Average Low: 48° F (8°C)

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 97.13
Course Score: 97.44

Race Size

2026: 32 Finishers
2025: 16 Finishers
2024: 25 Finishers
2023: 39 Finishers
2022: 40 Finishers
2021: 69 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 6.3%
2025: 0%
2024: 8%
2023: 0%
2022: 0%
2021: 1.5%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No




Nutmeg State Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Nutmeg State Marathon was the 568th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 527th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 6.3% of Nutmeg State Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, no finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Nutmeg State Marathon ranked 457th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 112th so far in 2026. In Connecticut, it ranked 3rd in 2025 and 2nd so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Nutmeg State Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Nutmeg State Marathon has a Course Score of 97.44, ranking it as the 380th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest marathon course in Connecticut.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are slightly above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Nutmeg State Marathon a PR Score of 97.13. The PR Score ranks the Nutmeg State Marathon as the 344th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 2nd best marathon for a PR in Connecticut.

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

Nutmeg State Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed380th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd fastest marathon course in Connecticut
Top 83% Nationally#2 of 4 in Connecticut
PR Potential344th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd best marathon for a PR in Connecticut
Top 75% Nationally#2 of 4 in Connecticut
Boston Qualifier Rate457th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd highest BQ percentage in Connecticut
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 96% Nationally#3 of 3 in Connecticut
Race Size568th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd largest marathon in Connecticut
Based on 2025 results
Top 96% Nationally#3 of 3 in Connecticut

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Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 158 feet (48m)
Min Elevation: 67 feet (20m)


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Course updated 05/13/2026




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Race Reviews


4.0
Based on 1 reviews
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Only did the half, but the loops are the same

Full Review:

This was day 5 of the New England challenge the year I did it. By that point you've been seeing the same people over the last week so it was nice to see familiar faces to cheer you on and vice versa. There is no packet pickup or expo and you just grab your bib the morning of. Or reuse if you've done the other days. Race started in a parking lot by the golf course that the race runs around.. Parking in the parking lot where the race starts was super simple and close.

The race is small between the half and the full, and there were a handful of non racers and golfers around the course. You complete several loops of the same 2 ish mile loop and pass through the timing mat and aid station each lap(don't worry they’ll keep track and let you know when you're on your last one). I passed by my rental car each time which you could stock with snacks or drinks if you wanted.

Course was mostly flat with a downhill to start the loop and a bit of a climb to end the loop. I had about 600ft gain for the half. Weather was somehow perfect all week for distance races.

Good series to knock out 6 states if you're able to and have that as a goal. Lots of hotels not too far of a drive. And good sized airport nearby too.

Race Tips:

See review. Pace yourself on the uphill and enjoy the downhill reward each lap.
Reviewed by OA About 2021