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Valentines Day Massacre Marathon

Greensboro, NC
Sunday, February 14, 2027


  4.7 Stars from 3 Reviews

Course Description
The Valentine's Day Massacre Marathon is held on a 1.6 mile loop. The first lap is 2.2 miles then you will run 15 laps of 1.6 miles.

The race is a Boston Qualifier for solo participants, but the majority of the field is comprised of 4 person teams.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, February 14, 2027
2026: Sunday, February 8, 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.: 41°F (5°C)
Average High: 51°F (10°C)
Average Low: 30° F (-1°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 97.61
Course Score: 97.61

Race Size

2026: 39 Finishers
2025: 33 Finishers
2024: 36 Finishers
2023: 14 Finishers
2022: 22 Finishers
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 7.7%
2025: 6.1%
2024: 5.6%
2023: 7.1%
2022: 4.6%
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 7 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 50°F  (10°C)
Low: 36°F  (2°C)

Race Start Conditions

43°F  (6°C)
Humidity: 64%

Overcast
NNE 5 mph

PR Score

97.38

Course Score

97.61






Valentines Day Massacre Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Valentines Day Massacre Marathon was the 511th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 493rd largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 7.7% of Valentines Day Massacre Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 6.1% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Valentines Day Massacre Marathon ranked 237th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 138th so far in 2026. In North Carolina, it ranked 6th in 2025 and 4th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Valentines Day Massacre Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Valentines Day Massacre Marathon has a Course Score of 97.61, ranking it as the 381st fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 11th fastest marathon course in North Carolina.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Valentines Day Massacre Marathon a PR Score of 97.61. The PR Score ranks the Valentines Day Massacre Marathon as the 322nd best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 10th best marathon for a PR in North Carolina.

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

Valentines Day Massacre Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed381st fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 11th fastest marathon course in North Carolina
Top 82% Nationally#11 of 16 in North Carolina
PR Potential322nd best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 10th best marathon for a PR in North Carolina
Top 69% Nationally#10 of 16 in North Carolina
Boston Qualifier Rate237th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 6th highest BQ percentage in North Carolina
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 50% Nationally#6 of 13 in North Carolina
Race Size511th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 15th largest marathon in North Carolina
Based on 2025 results
Top 86% Nationally#15 of 16 in North Carolina

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 876 feet (267m)
Min Elevation: 822 feet (250m)

Elevation Gain: 1123 feet (342m)
Elevation Loss: 1123 feet (342m)


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Race Reviews


4.7
Based on 3 reviews
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One of the brave soloists!

Full Review:

The 2022 Valentine's Day Massacre was my full third marathon. I was one of 32 solo runners that year. There are about four uphill climbs, some long, some short, on the loop, so if you are soloing it, you do them 16 times.

The great thing is that at the start of every loop, you run through the relay tent area. After a few laps, the teams realize that you are a solo runner and will cheer you on every time you pass. Very supportive group!

I came in dead last of the solo runner in 2022. Already signed up for 2023. I still maybe last, but I am pretty sure that I am going to knock off at least 10 minutes from last year!

Race Tips:

For a soloist, this maybe a little tough. Lot of hill running. I ran the course the day before, and thought that the long hill that curves to the right after the tent area was going to be the toughest, but the tough one ended up being the short hill before the start finish line!

If you do this one, work on your hills!
Reviewed by jap About 2022

Full Review:

This is definitely a Relay marathon, unless you're feeling like superman/woman then you can take it all by yourself. The atmosphere is great and people cheer for you. The weather is always super cold so be prepared. It is called Massacre for a reason.

Race Tips:

Would not recommend this for a solo. Best to do the Relay marathon. It is not a mostly flat course as it is in the description. Please note this is rolling hills, 15 laps.
Reviewed by LR About 2017

Full Review:

The race is best run in with a 4 person team. The first person has to run 2.2 miles then the following laps are all 1.6 miles. The course is rolling hills so it will test your fitness. The hard part of the relay is the wait between runs, you have to stay loose. The music is good, the teams are yelling and the weather is usually a challenge. I love it
Reviewed by Dbs About 2014