Steamtown Marathon 2026
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Time 7:59AM EDT
- Location Scranton, Pennsylvania
- Price $122.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating race at the Steamtown Marathon 2026, taking place on Sunday, October 11th, 2026! This thrilling marathon winds through the scenic beauty of Scranton, Lackawanna, starting at Forest City High School and culminating at Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton. With a remarkable elevation drop of 955 feet from start to finish, this USATF certified marathon promises a fast and exhilarating experience for runners of all levels.
As an official qualifying race for the prestigious Boston Marathon, the Steamtown Marathon draws participants eager to achieve their personal bests or secure their spot in Boston. Runners will enjoy several miles on the picturesque paved Rails to Trails alongside the serene Lackawanna River, making this event not just a race, but a celebration of community and endurance. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a beloved marathon tradition!
As an official qualifying race for the prestigious Boston Marathon, the Steamtown Marathon draws participants eager to achieve their personal bests or secure their spot in Boston. Runners will enjoy several miles on the picturesque paved Rails to Trails alongside the serene Lackawanna River, making this event not just a race, but a celebration of community and endurance. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a beloved marathon tradition!
Organiser's Description
Steamtown Marathon 2026
10/11/2026
Forest City High School, Forest City, PA to Courthouse Square, Downtown Scranton, PA
Start: 100 Susquehanna Street, Forest City, PA. Finish: 209 North Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18503
This is a USATF certified marathon that is an official qualifying race for The Boston Marathon. The race features a 955 drop in elevation from start to finish and includes several miles on mostly paved Rails to Trails along the Lackawanna River.
10/11/2026
Forest City High School, Forest City, PA to Courthouse Square, Downtown Scranton, PA
Start: 100 Susquehanna Street, Forest City, PA. Finish: 209 North Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18503
This is a USATF certified marathon that is an official qualifying race for The Boston Marathon. The race features a 955 drop in elevation from start to finish and includes several miles on mostly paved Rails to Trails along the Lackawanna River.
Races
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Wheelchair/Handcycle Marathon
Incl. $7.90 Fee & Long Sleeve Tech T-Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:59AM EDT)
$122.90
OPENS 31 MARCourse contains several steep downhills. Competitors are not allowed to pass the lead vehicle. -
Marathon
Incl. $7.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$122.90
OPENS 31 MARRunners are expected to finish within six hours.
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Courthouse Square, 235 North Washington Avenue, Scranton, 18503, PA, United States
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