Coast Guard Marathon

  • Date Sat 8th March 2025 - Sat 28th June 2025
  • Time 6:00AM EST
  • Location Elizabeth City, North Carolina
  • Price $27.50 - $197.10
  • Races 18 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km, Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Coast Guard Marathon, taking place from March 7 to March 9, 2025, in the charming town of Elizabeth City, North Carolina. This exciting annual endurance event celebrates the U.S. Coast Guard and the city's designation as an Official Coast Guard City. Runners of all levels can choose from a variety of race distances, including a full marathon, half marathon, 5K, and a 1K Kids Run, making it an ideal event for families and enthusiasts alike.

The Coast Guard Marathon weekend promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit and southern hospitality. With a fast and flat Boston Qualifying marathon course that winds through picturesque waterfronts and historic sites, participants will be treated to breathtaking views as they run on the unique U.S. Coast Guard Base runway. Plus, new for 2025, junior runners can join in on the fun with the Junior Semper Paratus Challenge! Donโ€™t miss the two-day Coast Guard Marathon Expo, A Toast to the Coast Guard Dinner, the Finish Line Festival, and the After Party. Mark your calendars and join the celebration of endurance and camaraderie!

Organiser's Description

Come for the run and stay for the fun! The Coast Guard Marathon is an annual endurance event held the beginning of April in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. First held in 2021 to celebrate the Coast Guard and the Officially Designated Coast Guard City of Elizabeth City, the very first Coast Guard Marathon was held virtually due to pandemic closures. The U.S. Coast Guard, Elizabeth City Community, and runners from all over the world were able to gather for the first in-person edition of the races in March of 2022. Although one of the newest of the Prestigious Military Races, the Coast Guard Marathon has had participants from every Military Branch, all 50 states, and numerous countries throughout the world.

Race weekend features four event distances; a marathon, half marathon, 5K, and 1K Kids Run as well as two Semper Paratus Challenge Series where runners can earn a challenge coin after completing the 5K and half marathon or marathon in one weekend. And, new for 2025, we are offering a Junior Semper Paratus Challenge where our junior runners can earn a challenge coin after completing the 5K & 1K distances. Other exciting events include our two-day Coast Guard Marathon Expo, A Toast to the Coast Guard Dinner, Finish Line Festival, and After Party.

Our fast and flat Boston Qualifying marathon course features a beautiful waterfront through a historic town filled with southern charm and the opportunity of a lifetime to run on the U.S. Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City runway. We look forward to sharing our Southern Hospitality!



EVEN MORE REASONS TO RUN

MILITARY DISCOUNT
As a "thank you" for your service we are offering a 10% off military discount with the code "CGM2025" at checkout. This discount is for past and present active duty members of all branches of the United States Armed Forces.

REFERRAL PROGRAM
The more the merrier! SAVE by inviting friends to run the event with you either in-person OR virtually.

* Refer 5 friends, get $10 off your registration
* Refer 10 friends, get $20 off your registration
* Refer 15 friends, your registration is FREE

Referral registrations MUST be made using your unique referral link provided at checkout and refunds will automatically be issued one your friends register! Share it with your friends via Facebook, Twitter, email, or text and invite them to join the fun!

IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL OPTIONS
Join us for the incredible in-person race weekend March 7 - 9, 2025 in Elizabeth City, NC. Can't make the in-person event? Join us virtually from wherever you are
March 1 - 30, 2025!

_*LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS FEBRUARY 7, 2025, FOR THE IN-PERSON HALF MARATHON AND MARATHON DISTANCES!*

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FUN THINGS COMING FOR 2025!
- Saturday morning 5K & 1K Kids Fun Run including a Junior Challenge
- Expo on Friday and Saturday near the Start and Finish line!
- More to come - continue to check out our website www.coastguardmarathon.com [http://www.coastguardmarathon.com] and social media for updates!

Races

  • Marathon

    Incl. $9.10 Fee & Soft Poly Blend Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $144.10

    Come run 26.2 miles with a beautiful & flat course! See Elizabeth City, run on the Coast Guard airstrip & around the Blimp Hanger being rewarded with your medal from the Coast Guard!
  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $8.20 Fee & Soft Poly Blend Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $128.20

    Come run 13.1 miles with a beautiful & flat course! See Elizabeth City & run on the Coast Guard airstrip being rewarded with your medal from the Coast Guard!
  • 5k

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Soft Poly Blend Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $54.00

    Come join us on Saturday morning for an "in-town" 5k experience with a fun and family filled post-race party at Waterfront Park!
  • 1K Kids Fun Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Cotton T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (9:30AM EST)

    $27.50

    Join us for the 1st Annual 1K Kids Fun Run following the completion of the 5k. Start and Finish will be located at the same point at Waterfront Park! For kids 4 - 12 years old!
  • Semper Paratus Challenge 26.2

    Incl. $12.10 Fee & Soft Poly Blend Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $197.10

    Start with the 5k and then come run your final 26.2 miles with a beautiful & flat course! See Elizabeth City, run on the Coast Guard airstrip & around the Blimp Hanger being rewarded with your medal from the Coast Guard!
  • Semper Paratus Challenge 13.1

    Incl. $11.50 Fee & Soft Poly Blend Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $186.50

    Start with the 5k and then come run your final 13.1 miles with a beautiful & flat course! See Elizabeth City & run on the Coast Guard airstrip being rewarded with your medal from the Coast Guard!
  • NEW - Junior Semper Paratus Challenge

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $85.80

    Start with the 5k and then ALL as a junior, come run your final 1K coming the 5k run on Saturday!
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $4.30 Fee & Soft Poly Blend Shirt

    $59.30

    Run where you love and tag us on social media!
  • Virtual Marathon

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Soft Poly Blend T-Shirt

    $64.60

    Run where you love and tag us on social media!
  • Virtual Half-Marathon

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Soft Poly Blend T-Shirt

    $64.60

    Run where you love and tag us on social media!
  • Official Satellite 5K: ALAMEDA

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Soft Poly Blend T-Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (6:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    Don't forget to tag us on social media!
  • Official Satellite 5K: CHARLESTON

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Soft Poly Blend T-Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS SOON
    Don't forget to tag us on social media!
  • Official Satellite 5K: HONOLULU

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Softy Poly Blend T-Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (6:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS SOON
    Don't forget to tag us on social media!
  • Official Satellite 5K: KODIAK

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Soft Poly Blend T-Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (6:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS SOON
    Don't forget to tag us on social media!
  • Official Satellite 5K: LOS ANGELES LONG BEACH

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Sofy Poly Blend T-Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (6:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    Don't forget to tag us on social media!
  • Official Satellite 5K: PATFORSWA

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Soft Poly Blend Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (6:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS SOON
    Don't forget to tag us on social media!
  • Official Satellite 5K: SECTOR GUAM

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Soft Poly Blend Shirt

    Sun 9th March 2025 (6:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS SOON
    Don't forget to tag us on social media!
  • Official Satellite 5K: CLEARWATER

    Incl. $3.70 Fee

    Sun 9th March 2025 (6:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    Don't forget to tag us on social media!

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