2023 Tacoma City Marathon
Sunday, April 30, 2023
Past event
10:30 AM PDT
Tacoma, Washington
Free · 9 races
5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the 2023 Tacoma City Marathon, taking place on Sunday, April 30th, 2023, in the stunning Tacoma, Pierce area. This vibrant running event offers an exciting opportunity to participate in a variety of races, including a Marathon Relay, Half Marathon, and 5K options, ensuring that there's something for everyone. Kick off the festivities on Saturday, April 29th, with a spirited 5K at 8:00 am, followed by the thrilling Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon at 9:00 am.
The Tacoma City Marathon features a breathtaking point-to-point course that takes runners across the iconic Narrows Bridge, culminating at the picturesque Dune Peninsula Park. This scenic route showcases the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, with stunning views of Puget Sound, Mt. Rainier, and lush landscapes as you pass through Point Defiance Park. Runners will enjoy a USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying experience, with a thrilling downhill finish that makes this event truly unforgettable. Join us for a weekend of fitness, fun, and community spirit in Tacoma!
The Tacoma City Marathon features a breathtaking point-to-point course that takes runners across the iconic Narrows Bridge, culminating at the picturesque Dune Peninsula Park. This scenic route showcases the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, with stunning views of Puget Sound, Mt. Rainier, and lush landscapes as you pass through Point Defiance Park. Runners will enjoy a USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying experience, with a thrilling downhill finish that makes this event truly unforgettable. Join us for a weekend of fitness, fun, and community spirit in Tacoma!
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Races
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Ghost of Tacoma Marathon
Entries closedSaturday, Apr 29, 2023 (12:00 PM PDT)
Free
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Ghost of Tacoma Half Marathon
Entries closedSaturday, Apr 29, 2023 (12:00 PM PDT)
Free
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Ghost of Tacoma 5k
Entries closedSaturday, Apr 29, 2023 (11:00 AM PDT)
Free
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Tacoma City Marathon
Entries closed10:30 AM PDT
Free
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Tacoma City Half Marathon
Entries closed10:30 AM PDT
Free
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Tacoma City Marathon Relay (Male)
Entries closed10:30 AM PDT
Free
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Tacoma City Marathon Relay (Female)
Entries closed10:30 AM PDT
Free
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Tacoma City Marathon Relay (Mixed)
Entries closed10:30 AM PDT
Free
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Tacoma City Marathon Relay (Corporate)
Entries closed10:30 AM PDT
Free
Organiser's description
Mark your calendar for the weekend of April 29 & 30, 2023 and join us for the return of the Ghost of Tacoma on Saturday and the Tacoma City Marathon on Sunday with Marathon Relay, Half Marathon and 5K options also available.
Run 3 races in 2 days! Kick off Saturday morning with the 5K (8:00 am start) and afterwards, run the Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon (9:00 am start). Then complete the weekend with the Tacoma City Marathon or Half Marathon on Sunday.
Sundays Marathon and Half Marathon are point-to-point courses running across the iconic Narrows Bridge and finishing at Tacomas beautiful Dune Peninsula Park, the Northwests premier waterfront neighborhood. This picturesque entertainment and recreation hub is situated along Commencement Bay with panoramic views of the Puget Sound, the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.
Runners will enjoy a scenic, USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying course that passes through Point Defiance Park, with over 700 acres of beautiful gardens and old growth forests. After exiting Pt. Defiance, the Marathon and Half Marathon runners will cross over the Wilson Way Bridge with a sweet half mile downhill to the Puget Sound and Dune Peninsula Park where the Half Marathon will finish. The Marathon will continue down the flat and fast waterfront with views of Mt. Rainier and the Puget Sound. The Marathon turnaround is along the Thea Foss Waterway Esplanade and the beautiful Museum of Glass.
Run 3 races in 2 days! Kick off Saturday morning with the 5K (8:00 am start) and afterwards, run the Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon (9:00 am start). Then complete the weekend with the Tacoma City Marathon or Half Marathon on Sunday.
Sundays Marathon and Half Marathon are point-to-point courses running across the iconic Narrows Bridge and finishing at Tacomas beautiful Dune Peninsula Park, the Northwests premier waterfront neighborhood. This picturesque entertainment and recreation hub is situated along Commencement Bay with panoramic views of the Puget Sound, the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.
Runners will enjoy a scenic, USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying course that passes through Point Defiance Park, with over 700 acres of beautiful gardens and old growth forests. After exiting Pt. Defiance, the Marathon and Half Marathon runners will cross over the Wilson Way Bridge with a sweet half mile downhill to the Puget Sound and Dune Peninsula Park where the Half Marathon will finish. The Marathon will continue down the flat and fast waterfront with views of Mt. Rainier and the Puget Sound. The Marathon turnaround is along the Thea Foss Waterway Esplanade and the beautiful Museum of Glass.
Location
5361 Yacht Club Rd, Tacoma, 98407, WA, United States
2023 Tacoma City Marathon
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