2026 Boston Cutoff Virtual Marathon

  • Date Sat 11th April 2026 - Sun 26th April 2026
  • Location Boston, Massachusetts
  • Price Free
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for the 2026 Boston Cutoff Virtual Marathon, taking place from April 11 to April 26, 2026, in Boston, Suffolk! This exciting virtual event offers a fantastic opportunity for runners who qualified for the Boston Marathon but didn't make the cutoff, as well as those who were within 10 minutes of their qualifying time. Participants can tackle the full marathon distance of 26.2 miles on their own termsβ€”whether that means running a route of their choice or joining a certified marathon during the event window.

Best of all, this race is completely free to enter! All finishers will be entered into a random drawing for a chance to win a fully paid entry to the highly coveted 2027 Boston Marathon. Plus, participants can earn extra raffle tickets by improving their qualifying times or referring friends. Whether you're chasing personal glory or turning past disappointments into motivation, the 2026 Boston Cutoff Virtual Marathon is the perfect way to shine. Sign up now and get ready to run your heart out!

Organiser's Description

2026 Boston Cutoff Virtual Marathon

For Those Who Missed the Cut

Marathon Grand Prize: 2027 Boston Marathon Entry Fee Paid

Disclaimer: This virtual race is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) or the official Boston Marathon.



Who This Race Is For

This virtual marathon is for runners who:

Qualified for Boston 2026 but didnt make the cutoff, or

Were within 10 minutes of their Boston qualifying time



Race Details

Distance: 26.2 miles (full marathon)

Race Window: April 1126, 2026

Location: Anywhere run your own route or participate in a certified marathon

Cost: FREE



The Grand Prize

All finishers are entered into a random drawing to win:

A fully paid entry to the 2027 Boston Marathon!

Whether you were heartbreakingly close or still needed a few minutes for a BQ, this race gives you a second chance to shine.



How to Earn Raffle Tickets

check mark button 1 ticket for completing the race

Bonus tickets 1 ticket per .1% improvement over qualifying time

10 extra tickets for every person you refer

2x multiplier if you race on Marathon Monday (April 20)

scissors 2x multiplier if you qualified for Boston 2026 but didn't make the cutoff



Two Ways to Participate

Option 1: Run Your Own Marathon

Complete 26.2 miles anywhere during the race window

Upload your GPS data (Strava, Garmin, etc.)

Option 2: Run an Official Marathon

Choose any certified marathon held April 1126, 2026

Popular examples:

Newport Marathon April 18, 2026

Eugene Marathon April 26, 2026

GPS upload still required for eligibility



check mark button Eligibility Requirements

You must have a valid Boston 2026 qualifying time (or be within 10 minutes of your BQ)

You were not accepted into the 2026 Boston Marathon

You must upload GPS-verified results to be entered into the drawing



Ready to Run?

Registration is free. Sign up now and decide when to race later!

Lets turn heartbreak into motivation. We may have missed the cut, but not the point.

Races

  • Marathon

    Free

    CLOSED

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Location

655 Boylston St, Boston, 02116, MA, United States

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