Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

  • Date Sat 12th April 2025 - Sun 13th April 2025
  • Location Roanoke, Virginia
  • Price $16.90 - $373.75
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 1 Mile, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of running at the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon, taking place from April 12th to April 13th, 2025, in the stunning city of Roanoke. Known as America's Toughest Road Marathon, this exhilarating event challenges participants with over 7,430 feet of elevation change, far surpassing any other road marathon in the U.S. Runners can choose from a variety of distances, including the full marathon, half marathon, relay, and 10K, each offering its own unique thrill against the backdrop of the breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway.

This year, join fellow outdoor enthusiasts in celebrating the spirit of community and philanthropy, as proceeds from the race benefit the parkway and local charities. All finishers will be greeted with unique medals, stylish shirts, and the chance to indulge in local craft beer at the vibrant festival-like finish line in downtown Roanoke. For the ultimate challenge, consider signing up for the Blue Ridge Double, where you can conquer the course twice! Donโ€™t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the beauty of Roanoke while pushing your limits in one of the most scenic marathons in the country.

Organiser's Description

The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon Series has earned its title as Americas Toughest Road Marathon by challenging runners with over 7,430 ft. in elevation change, more than any other road marathon in the U.S. This race is the ONLY marathon that runs along the famously scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, and proceeds from this non-profit event benefit the parkway and a dozen local charities every year. The full, half, relay and 10k all prove equally challenging yet rewarding on this mountainous course, and all runners are rewarded with a unique finishers medals, shirts and local craft beer at the festival-like finish in downtown Roanoke. For those who need even more than just extreme elevation change can run the course twice with the official Blue Ridge Double (sells out annually).

This race would not be possible without the support of our title sponsor, Foot Levelers.

This event is owned and operated by the Roanoke Outside Foundation whose mission to make outdoor activity and environmental stewardship a core component of our communitys lifestyle by promoting a conservation through recreation philosophy.

Races

  • Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

    Incl. $9.10 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 12th April 2025 (7:35AM EDT)

    $144.10

    MARATHON COURSE DESCRIPTION & MAPS: Full Marathon is limited to 750 runners Total Elevation Gain/Loss=7,430 ft 7.5 hour cut-off time AND a 6 hour cut-off time at mile 22. If runners do not maintain a 16:20 min/mile pace then course marshals reserve the right to pull you from the course for your safety. USATF Full Marathon Course Map Interactive Course Map Full Marathon Printable Race Map Course Hydration provided by Tailwind & Nutrition provided by GU Energy
  • Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon

    Incl. $7.90 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 12th April 2025 (7:35AM EDT)

    $122.90

  • Anthem Star 10k

    Incl. $5.20 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 12th April 2025 (7:35AM EDT)

    $75.20

  • Blue Ridge Double Marathon

    Incl. $10.00 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 12th April 2025 (1:00AM EDT)

    $160.00

  • Freedom First Marathon Relay

    Incl. $18.75 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 12th April 2025 (7:35AM EDT)

    $373.75

    Teams of Four people work together to conquer America's Toughest Road Marathon. Runner 1: 7 hilly miles Runner 2: 9.3 mountainous miles Runner 3: 6.1 mountainous miles Runner 4: 3.8 mostly flat-ish miles
  • Carilion Children's Family 1 Miler

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 12th April 2025 (7:45AM EDT)

    $16.90

  • Sunday Slow-K Presented by Altra

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Slow-K Coffee Mug

    Sun 13th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.10

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Location

111 FRANKLIN RD SE STE 333, Roanoke, 24011, VA, United States

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