Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

  • Date Sat 18th April 2026 - Sun 19th April 2026
  • Time 1:00AM EDT
  • Location Roanoke, Virginia
  • Price $16.90 - $316.00
  • Races 14 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 1 Mile, 5km, Ultra

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Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

Sat 18th April 2026 - Sun 19th April 2026

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon, taking place from April 18 to April 19, 2026, in the beautiful city of Roanoke, Virginia! Known as America's Toughest Road Marathon, this iconic event features an incredible elevation change of over 7,430 feet, making it a true test of endurance for runners of all levels. Participants can choose from a full marathon, half marathon, relay, or 10K, each offering stunning views along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.

As runners tackle this challenging mountainous course, they will not only push their limits but also contribute to a great cause, as proceeds benefit local charities and the preservation of the parkway. Finishers are rewarded with unique medals, stylish shirts, and a taste of local craft beer at the festive finish line celebration in downtown Roanoke. For those seeking an even bigger challenge, the Blue Ridge Double allows adventurous athletes to run the course twice! Join the vibrant community and embrace the spirit of outdoor activity while creating unforgettable memories at this remarkable event!

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. $6.94 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:35AM EDT)

    $105.94

    OPENS 18 APR
    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. $6.16 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:35AM EDT)

    $92.16

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Anthem Star 10k

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:35AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Blue Ridge Double Marathon

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (1:00AM EDT)

    $107.00

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Freedom First Marathon Relay

    Incl. $13.00 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:35AM EDT)

    $213.00

    OPENS 18 APR
    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 18th April 2026 (7:45AM EDT)

    $16.90

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Sunday Slow-K Presented by Altra

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Slow-K Coffee Mug

    Sun 19th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Full Goat

    Incl. $16.00 Fee & Race Shirt

    $316.00

    OPENS 01 JAN 26

  • VIRTUAL Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Race Shirt

    $80.50

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon course in Roanoke, VA.

  • VIRTUAL Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Race Shirt

    $80.50

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon course in Roanoke, VA.

  • VIRTUAL Anthem Star 10k

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Race Shirt

    $80.50

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Anthem Star 10k course in Roanoke, VA.

  • VIRTUAL Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon - Goats

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race Shirt

    $38.10

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon course in Roanoke, VA between 4/4/25 - 4/11/25.

  • VIRTUAL Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon - Goats

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race Shirt

    $38.10

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon course in Roanoke, VA between 4/4/25 - 4/11/25.

  • VIRTUAL Anthem Star 10k - Goats

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race Shirt

    $38.10

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Anthem Star 10k course in Roanoke, VA between 4/4/25 - 4/11/25.

Book

  • Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

    Incl. $6.94 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:35AM EDT)

    $105.94

    OPENS 18 APR
    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. $6.16 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:35AM EDT)

    $92.16

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Anthem Star 10k

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:35AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Blue Ridge Double Marathon

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (1:00AM EDT)

    $107.00

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Freedom First Marathon Relay

    Incl. $13.00 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:35AM EDT)

    $213.00

    OPENS 18 APR
    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 18th April 2026 (7:45AM EDT)

    $16.90

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Sunday Slow-K Presented by Altra

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Slow-K Coffee Mug

    Sun 19th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS 18 APR

  • Full Goat

    Incl. $16.00 Fee & Race Shirt

    $316.00

    OPENS 01 JAN 26

  • VIRTUAL Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Race Shirt

    $80.50

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon course in Roanoke, VA.

  • VIRTUAL Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Race Shirt

    $80.50

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon course in Roanoke, VA.

  • VIRTUAL Anthem Star 10k

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Race Shirt

    $80.50

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Anthem Star 10k course in Roanoke, VA.

  • VIRTUAL Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon - Goats

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race Shirt

    $38.10

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon course in Roanoke, VA between 4/4/25 - 4/11/25.

  • VIRTUAL Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon - Goats

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race Shirt

    $38.10

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon course in Roanoke, VA between 4/4/25 - 4/11/25.

  • VIRTUAL Anthem Star 10k - Goats

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race Shirt

    $38.10

    OPENS 18 APR
    Must be completed on the Official Anthem Star 10k course in Roanoke, VA between 4/4/25 - 4/11/25.

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

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