Chord Energy Williston Marathon
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 6:30AM CDT
- Location Williston, North Dakota
- Price $49.11 - $107.30
- Races 4 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of endurance and community spirit at the 4th Annual Chord Energy Williston Marathon on Saturday, June 6, 2026! Taking place at the stunning Williston Basin International Airport in Williston, North Dakota, this unique event offers runners the exceptional opportunity to race on an airport runway. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a casual runner, you can choose from a Boston Qualifying Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K, each designed to promote healthy living and support the Upper Missouri Relay For Life.
Join us for an inspiring day filled with camaraderie and competition as runners kick off their races at staggered times starting at 6:30 AM for the marathon and 7:00 AM for the half marathon. With ample parking and designated cheering areas for friends and family, the atmosphere is sure to be electric. All registered participants will receive a finisher medal and an event t-shirt, adding to the excitement of the day. Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable experience that not only challenges your limits but also contributes to important local cancer support initiatives.
Join us for an inspiring day filled with camaraderie and competition as runners kick off their races at staggered times starting at 6:30 AM for the marathon and 7:00 AM for the half marathon. With ample parking and designated cheering areas for friends and family, the atmosphere is sure to be electric. All registered participants will receive a finisher medal and an event t-shirt, adding to the excitement of the day. Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable experience that not only challenges your limits but also contributes to important local cancer support initiatives.
Organiser's Description
The 4th Annual Chord Energy Williston Marathon is a premier endurance event in Williston, North Dakota. This course is held at the Williston Basin International Airport. Runners will get the unique experience of running on the runway of the airport!
The Chord Energy Williston Marathon is a non-profit event and all proceeds go directly to Upper Missouri Relay For Life in Williston, ND. Our race day events are a Boston Qualifying Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. Healthy living can help prevent cancer and the marathon is a great way to keep our community active and support and healthy lifestyle.
The Upper Missouri Relay For Life is a fundraising event put on through American Cancer Society and funds raised are used towards patient care, travel expenses cancer patients may need and towards other things that are given to patients at our local cancer treatment center here in Williston, North Dakota.
PACKET PICKUP:
June 5th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm - Williston Area Recreation Center (822 18th St E, Williston, ND 58801)
June 6th at the "big tent" at Williston Marathon start line from 5:30am to 8:00am
All runners registered for the marathon, half marathon,10K, or 5K will receive a 2025 finisher metal and event t-shirt!
**Must register by April 26, 2026 to receive a shirt!
RACES:
All events will start and finish at the Overland Aviation building on the Williston Basin International Airport campus. There is ample parking at the event plus areas for family and friends to cheer on our runners! PLEASE DO NOT block any driveways, intersections or entrances to the oil pumper sites.
Marathon - Shotgun kick off at 6:30am
Half Marathon - Shotgun kick off at 7:00am
10K - Shotgun kick off at 8:00am
5K - Shotgun kick off at 8:15am
Due to the nature of the roads outside of the airport gates, we DO NOT allow strollers for the 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon races. No animals unless they are a service animal. WILLISTON MARATHON EVENT CLOSES AT 2PM. Please be aware when registering for your event of choice.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
ROUTES:
The routes will be thoroughly marked by signage and volunteer direction. Route maps will also be available online, at packet pick-up and at the event table on race day!
WATER STATIONS:
There 6 water stations along the marathon/half marathon route. Along with basic first aid, electrolytes, and light refuel options
RESTROOMS:
Restrooms will be available at the start line and on the route.
TIMING:
Thanks to Competitive Timing, this will be a chip timed event. FIND YOUR RESULTS HERE!! <<WILLISTON MARATHON RESULTS>> [https://competitivetiming.com/my-results/]
POST RUN EVENT:
Spectators and participants are all welcome to enjoy our finish line and post run event.
_For questions please contact: __willistonmarathon@gmail.com_
The Chord Energy Williston Marathon is a non-profit event and all proceeds go directly to Upper Missouri Relay For Life in Williston, ND. Our race day events are a Boston Qualifying Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. Healthy living can help prevent cancer and the marathon is a great way to keep our community active and support and healthy lifestyle.
The Upper Missouri Relay For Life is a fundraising event put on through American Cancer Society and funds raised are used towards patient care, travel expenses cancer patients may need and towards other things that are given to patients at our local cancer treatment center here in Williston, North Dakota.
PACKET PICKUP:
June 5th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm - Williston Area Recreation Center (822 18th St E, Williston, ND 58801)
June 6th at the "big tent" at Williston Marathon start line from 5:30am to 8:00am
All runners registered for the marathon, half marathon,10K, or 5K will receive a 2025 finisher metal and event t-shirt!
**Must register by April 26, 2026 to receive a shirt!
RACES:
All events will start and finish at the Overland Aviation building on the Williston Basin International Airport campus. There is ample parking at the event plus areas for family and friends to cheer on our runners! PLEASE DO NOT block any driveways, intersections or entrances to the oil pumper sites.
Marathon - Shotgun kick off at 6:30am
Half Marathon - Shotgun kick off at 7:00am
10K - Shotgun kick off at 8:00am
5K - Shotgun kick off at 8:15am
Due to the nature of the roads outside of the airport gates, we DO NOT allow strollers for the 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon races. No animals unless they are a service animal. WILLISTON MARATHON EVENT CLOSES AT 2PM. Please be aware when registering for your event of choice.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
ROUTES:
The routes will be thoroughly marked by signage and volunteer direction. Route maps will also be available online, at packet pick-up and at the event table on race day!
WATER STATIONS:
There 6 water stations along the marathon/half marathon route. Along with basic first aid, electrolytes, and light refuel options
RESTROOMS:
Restrooms will be available at the start line and on the route.
TIMING:
Thanks to Competitive Timing, this will be a chip timed event. FIND YOUR RESULTS HERE!! <<WILLISTON MARATHON RESULTS>> [https://competitivetiming.com/my-results/]
POST RUN EVENT:
Spectators and participants are all welcome to enjoy our finish line and post run event.
_For questions please contact: __willistonmarathon@gmail.com_
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $7.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (6:30AM CDT)
$107.30
Certified Boston Marathon Qualifier. -
Half Marathon
Incl. $6.14 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$86.14
-
10k
Incl. $4.98 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$64.98
-
Purple Power 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.11 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:15AM CDT)
$49.11
This is the 5K Run.
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