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Valentine, NE
Saturday, August 1, 2026
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2027: TBDCourse Information
Profile: Rolling HillsRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 76°F (24°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 95.78Race Size
2026: 14 FinishersBQ Percentages
2026: N/AMiscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: No
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 88°F (31°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
56°F (13°C) |
PR Score |
96.53 |
Course Score |
99.83 |
The Valentine Marathon was the 579th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers.
In 2025, 15.4% of Valentine Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Valentine Marathon ranked 65th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025. In Nebraska, it ranked 2nd in 2025. This provides a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.
The Valentine Marathon has a Course Score of 98.73, ranking it as the 271st fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 4th fastest marathon course in Nebraska.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Valentine Marathon a PR Score of 95.78. The PR Score ranks the Valentine Marathon as the 405th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 5th best marathon for a PR in Nebraska.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Valentine Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Nebraska for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 2664 feet (812m)
Min Elevation: 2520 feet (768m)
Elevation Gain: 500 feet (152m)
Elevation Loss: 500 feet (152m)
Course updated 08/10/2026
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