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Three Sisters Marathon

Danville, VA
Saturday, September 12, 2026


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Course Description
The Three Sisters Marathon in Danville, Virginia, is a certified Boston Qualifying race set against the beautiful backdrop of the Dan River. The course takes you through Danville’s charming streets and riverside paths, offering a perfect balance of challenge and scenic beauty.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Saturday, September 12, 2026
2025: Saturday, September 6, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Mostly Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

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


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 74°F (23°C)
Average High: 86°F (30°C)
Average Low: 62° F (16°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 93.20
Course Score: 97.33


Race Size

2025: 111 Finishers
2024: No Results
2023: No Results
2022: No Results
2021: No Results
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 5.4%
2024: N/A
2023: N/A
2022: N/A
2021: N/A
2020: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 1 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 88°F  (31°C)
Low: 66°F  (19°C)

Race Start Conditions

70°F  (21°C)
Humidity: 92%

Clear
N 4 mph

PR Score

90.27

Course Score

97.33









Three Sisters Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Three Sisters Marathon was the 349th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers.

In 2025, 5.4% of Three Sisters Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Three Sisters Marathon ranked 265th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025. In Virginia, it ranked 8th in 2025. This provides a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.


The Three Sisters Marathon has a Course Score of 97.33, ranking it as the 389th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 9th fastest marathon course in Virginia.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Three Sisters Marathon a PR Score of 93.20. The PR Score ranks the Three Sisters Marathon as the 440th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 9th best marathon for a PR in Virginia.

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

Three Sisters Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed389th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 9th fastest marathon course in Virginia
Top 85% Nationally#9 of 10 in Virginia
PR Potential440th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 9th best marathon for a PR in Virginia
Top 96% Nationally#9 of 10 in Virginia
Boston Qualifier Rate265th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 8th highest BQ percentage in Virginia
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 56% Nationally#8 of 13 in Virginia
Race Size349th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 11th largest marathon in Virginia
Based on 2025 results
Top 59% Nationally#11 of 16 in Virginia

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 662 feet (201m)
Min Elevation: 408 feet (124m)

Elevation Gain: 1141 feet (347m)
Elevation Loss: 1141 feet (347m)


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