Seattle Marathon
Seattle · Jun 27, 2026
A Pacific Northwest classic through the Emerald City. The November course passes the Space Needle, runs along Lake Washington, and offers glimpses of Mount Rainier on clear days, embodying Seattle's unique blend of urban energy and natural beauty.
Date
Jun 27, 2026
Difficulty
Medium
Elevation
~320m elevation gain
Field Size
15,000 runners
Course
Starting from Seattle Center, past Space Needle, Lake Washington, University of Washington, and Gas Works Park, finishing at Memorial Stadium
Tips
- •November temps around 5-12°C, cool and likely rainy — embrace the PNW spirit
- •The course is challenging with significant hills, especially around miles 16-20
- •Pre-race visits: Pike Place Market, Space Needle, Chihuly Garden, ferry to Bainbridge Island
- •Seattle's coffee culture is legendary — fuel up at the original Starbucks or local roasters
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