Registration & Transfers
Where can I register?
You should always register via the official Ogden Marathon registration page. Beware of scammers trying to sell registrations.
Is there a military and first responder discount?
Yes! Active duty military, veterans, and first responders may receive 10% OFF their Ogden Marathon registration! All discounts become active when registration opens to the general public. They do not apply to early bird pricing.
In order to receive your discount code, please submit your ID or proof of credentials via email to admin@goalfoundation.com. It may take up to 5 business days to process your request.
If you are not eligible for the military and first responder discount, you may also find discounts through our Ambassador Program. Click the top level "Programs" menu to find more information.
Please note, discounts cannot be combined.
Is there an age requirement to register for the race?
Participants must be 16 years or older on race day to run the America First Ogden Marathon, and 12 years or older on race day to run either the Half Marathon or 8.2 Mile, and 6 years or older for the Bechtel 5K.
I don't know my estimated finish time. What should I do?
That's okay — We're collecting this data to help with projected runner flow. Your best guess is good enough for us! Here's a few ways to come up with a number:
Look at a recent race. If you've run a half or full marathon (or even a shorter race) in the last several months, use that finish time as a baseline, adjusting for distance and course differences.
Check your fitness tracker or running app. Many GPS watches and apps (like Strava or Garmin Connect) estimate race times based on your recent training paces.
Use your average training pace. Take the pace you comfortably hold on longer training runs and multiply it out for the race distance, then add a little buffer for fatigue over the full distance.
Use a race-time calculator. Online calculators can convert a recent 5K or 10K time into a predicted half or full marathon time.
List your goal time: 1st timer at your chosen distance and have a goal your shooting for? List that time and help manifest it into reality!
How do I register my teammate(s) for a relay or duo team?
Inside your participant account, you can view and share your unique team registration link, see registered and pending members, message team members, and customize your team page.
1. Log in to your Ogden Marathon account and click "your team" then "edit team".
2. Invite your team members through either the Invite People form or send your unique team registration link.
3. Create a name for your relay team. This name will be used for awards announcements and placement ranking.
I need to update my relay team's division selection. How do I do that?
Team Captains will select the division for their team at registration: mixed, female, or male. This selection determines the division in which the team's results will be scored and awards determined.
You may update this selection in the team captain's participant account, but changes must be made before the transfer deadline of May 6th, 2027 — after that date, your team will compete in the division shown at that time, and no changes will be accepted for scoring or awards purposes
What is the Ogden Marathon's cancellation policy?
Entries are non-deferrable and non-refundable. Refunds may be provided for active military deployment (a copy of deployment orders is required), and pregnancy and postpartum* (a completed
Medical Authorization Form must be submitted to admin@goalfoundation.com prior to May 14th 2027) .
*Registered participants who become pregnant or have given birth since registering for the event are eligible to cancel their entry. The Medical Authorization Form must be completed by a physician, registered midwife or other medical professional.
The safety of all involved in the race and race day is of the utmost importance. Should the race have to be altered or cancelled due to weather or other physical conditions (recognized as "an act of God"), no refunds will be given.
All participants have the option to purchase a refundable registration, which provides a refund on 100% of your registration fee and additional products purchased if you cannot attend for one of the reasons in the terms & conditions, which you accept when you select Refundable Registration. Evidence is required. Read the terms and conditions and select refundable registration when you register. See terms and conditions and submit your claim via the link in your confirmation email.
I registered to run but can no longer attend. What are my options?
If you purchased refundable registration, you may see terms and conditions and submit your claim via your participant account.
Alternatively, your options are as follows:
Option A — You may transfer your registration to another participant for a $25 fee prior to the Transfer Deadline. See the transfer deadline FAQ for further instructions.
Option B — You may switch your registration to virtual to receive your Race Kit in the mail and submit your run time no later than May 31st. All category changes to virtual must be completed prior to the transfer deadline. No refund for the cost difference will be given.
Option C — You can donate your registration to the GOAL Foundation. Funds will be used to support our Community Programming and "Get Out And Live™" nonprofit mission statement.
Can I change events/distances after I register?
Yes, if there are still spots available in the distance you would like to change to, and it occurs prior to the Transfer Deadline.
Upgrades will be charged the price difference and there will be no refunds if you change to a lesser distance. Please note that category changes will be charged at the current pricing, meaning if you registered early, changing to a lesser distance may still incur a price difference charge.
On April 1st all category changes will be charged a $15 fee.
If spots are still available after the transfer deadline, you may change category at the Expo for a $25 fee.
Can I transfer my registration to another person?
Yes, you may transfer your registration to another participant for a $25 fee prior to the transfer deadline.
If the new participant does not complete their registration for the event through the provided link, the transfer will not count as registered.
The GOAL Foundation does not process refunds for transferred registrations. The agreed upon sell price will be exchanged between the two individual parties directly. The $25 fee will be processed through the registration platform.
Please be aware of scammers and do not transfer funds unless you have confirmed the seller is legitimate.
When is the Transfer Deadline?
The transfer deadline is May 6, 2027.
If you miss the deadline and would like to transfer your bib to another runner, both parties must attend the Expo and show their IDs to complete the transfer.
Is there a penalty for giving someone else my bib on race day?
Yes. Participants are NOT ALLOWED to transfer between races on race day. Any participant who runs under someone else’s bib, or who runs a different race than what they are registered for, will be disqualified and will not be scored. For the safety of our runners, and in case of a medical emergency, it is imperative that the registration data associated with the race number belongs to the person wearing the bib. If race organizers become aware that a runner has participated in one of our events with a bib that is not registered to that runner, both the runner and the person to whom the bib is registered will be prohibited from participating in subsequent GOAL Foundation events for a minimum of two years.
Is there a penalty for participating in the race without a bib?
Yes, this is not allowed. Our course is a closed course and for registered participants only. Resources are planned for participants prior to the event, and running a race without a bib takes away resources from registered runners - valuable road space, water, fuel, medical personnel, restroom facilities, and more. If race organizers become aware that a runner has participated in one of our events without a bib, that runner will be prohibited from participating in subsequent GOAL Foundation events for a minimum of two years.
What do I do if I haven’t received an email confirmation for my registration?
Online entries will be confirmed by e-mail from Haku. Prior to race weekend, you will receive a series of communications containing important information. Please ensure that you are subscribed to receive these emails. If you are not receiving emails you can reach out to support@hakusports.com to confirm. If you have spam filters and/or firewalls in place, we cannot guarantee you will receive this email. If you have a Gmail account, be sure to check your All Mail folder as our eBlast or eNewsletter may not land in your inbox. You may also confirm your entry by emailing admin@goalfoundation.com.
Packet Pick Up
When can I collect my race packet?
All race packets must be collected at the Fleet Feet Fun and Fitness Expo on the Friday before the race from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm @ Ogden's Union Station, 2501 Wall Avenue, Ogden Utah 84401.
Very limited race day packet pick up is available for $30. Select this option at registration or in your participant account. Spaces are limited, so select this option early!
How does dynamic bib assignment work?
Instead of being assigned a bib number in advance, your number will be assigned to you at packet pickup.
Prior to Expo Day you'll receive your check-in pass via email, simply show it along with your ID at packet pickup for a quick and seamless check-in. This makes the check-in process smoother and more efficient. We can't wait to see you at the Expo!
Race Info
I need special accommodations to participate in this race. Who do I reach out to?
Ogden Marathon welcomes all race participants who may have a permanent visual, physical, or intellectual impairment that affects their ability to participate.
If you require any accommodations, please email admin@goalfoundation.com before registering. The Ogden Marathon team will review each request and do their best to provide support where possible.
Athletes in this program participate alongside the general participant field. This is a non-competitive category that does not have separate awards categories.
If needed, impaired runners can have a Guide Runner assist them during the race. Guide Runners receive a complimentary entry upon request, prior to registration. Each athlete is allowed one guide, who must accompany them throughout the entire race.
A deaf runner bib may be provided if requested in advance.
ADA porta potties are provided at each start line and at the finish line festival. We will have an ADA spectator zone available at the finish line.
Will there be race day lactation spaces?
Yes, there will be 3 semi-private/private lactation areas at the Ogden Marathon: An unpowered yurt at the Full Start, an indoor room at the Half Start in the VIP area, and semi-private areas located inside our finish line medical tent. If you would like to bring your battery powered pump (there will not be reliable power at these locations) to either the Full or Half Marathon Start Lines, but require more space to transport it to the finish line than is in your one provided drop bag, please request an additional drop bag from your check-in volunteer at the expo.
For additional information, please reach out to admin@goalfoundation.com
Is the Ogden Marathon a closed course?
While the Ogden Marathon is fortunate to gain the necessary permits that allow for the event, it is not a completely closed course. The various law enforcement agencies will do everything within their power to keep you safe, but it is imperative that you remain on the right side of the road at all times. Traffic will continue to flow around the race, so runners risk severe injury or even death if they cross the center yellow line as traffic may be coming from around the corner or even from behind. In addition, it is MANDATORY that all runners stay to the right, in the westbound lane, and inside the cones while in the Ogden Canyon! You will face disqualification if you leave the designated boundary in the canyon. Emergency vehicles, official race vehicles, shuttle busses and law enforcement-led caravans will be using the left lane at all times.
While the Ogden Marathon does not prohibit personal music devices, it strongly discourages the use of such and reminds competitors that they do so under their own risk.
No bandits or unregistered runners will be allowed on course during the race due to safety and security. Every participant on course must have a valid bib visibly displayed.
What is the weather typically like on race day?
This is a springtime race in Utah, so the weather can be unpredictable and we recommend checking the forecast the week of and layering appropriately. It is typically 35-45 degrees at the full marathon start and warms up as you run through the canyon. Some years we’ve had snow or rain, others warm sunshine. But there’s no such thing as bad weather if you’re prepared and having fun, right?
Will there be pacers on the course?
Yes, the American Flyer Pacers will have pacers on course for both the full and half marathon distances. See the "RACE INFO" webpage for more information.
Is the Ogden Marathon a Boston Qualifier?
Yes, The Ogden Marathon is a great Boston Qualifier. Our gentle downhill course has a net downhill of 1,116 ft or 340 meters. This means standard Boston Qualifying times apply. For 2027 Boston Marathon qualifying, races with a net downhill greater than 1,500 ft or 457.2 meters will have a special time index applied to participants times. The Ogden Marathon is unaffected by this. Your finish time will be your BQ time. The Ogden Marathon continues to be a great Boston Qualifier. *Net-downhill, as defined by the B.A.A., is the difference in elevation between the start and finish points of an event.
Please visit the Boston Marathon website for more information regarding registration requirements and application deadlines after a qualifying time has been achieved.
Is the Ogden Marathon USATF Certified?
Yes! Both the Full and Half Marathon courses have been certified by USA Track & Field. What is course certification, and why is it important?
The purpose of the USATF course certification program is to produce road race courses of accurately measured distances. For any road running performance to be accepted as a record or be nationally ranked, it must be run on a USATF-certified course. In addition, the certification program is very important to the average road racer, as well as those of exceptional speed. Most runners like to compare performances run on different courses, and such comparisons are difficult if course distances are not reliable. No one can truly establish a personal best if the course distance is not accurate.
Can I wear headphones during the race?
Using an audio device may compromise your safety and that of others by hindering your ability to hear verbal instructions or commands from race officials including course marshals on bicycles or to hear vehicles in the lane next to you or emergency vehicles on the course. If you use an audio device you do so at your own risk. If choosing to wear an audio device, we recommend you use only one ear bud in at a time or an out-of-ear, bone-conducting product.
Are strollers allowed on the course?
Strollers are allowed in the Kids K only. No animals, skates, skateboards, bikes, baby joggers, or children/infants in backpacks are allowed to ensure the safety of all participants. No bandits. No exceptions.
Are Dogs/Pets allowed at the event or on the course?
Dogs/Pets are NOT allowed at the Ogden Marathon pre-race Expo (packet pickup), at any start line, or anywhere on course. Well behaved, always on-leash dogs may attend the post-race Finish Line Festival in the Ogden Municipal Gardens. Due to large crowds and race sizes, we encourage you to leave all pets at home for the day for both the safety of participants and the pets.
Is there a time limit for completing the Marathon?
Yes. Runners will need to reach the following check points.
Aid Station D before 9am - Mile 7 (This first cutoff is for Full Marathon and Relay participants only)
Eden Park by 10:30am - 13.1 Miles (This cutoff is for Full Marathon and Relay participants only)
Aid Station J by 11:30am - Mile 4 | 17
Ogden Canyon by 1:00pm - Mile 9.5 | 22.5
Runners must finish the race by 2pm
Due to safety and security, If these cutoffs are not met, you will be required to board the bus and be transported to the finish line. For Full marathon and Relay runners, these time limits mean that you must average 16 minutes per mile or faster to ensure you make the cutoffs.
About Us & Contact
Who operates the Ogden Marathon?
The Ogden Marathon is produced by the GOAL Foundation. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit with the mission to inspire the Greater Ogden Community and its visitors to "Get Out And Live™" by participating, volunteering and spectating at recreational events, programs and activities. We envision a Greater Ogden community that thrives economically and is healthier in mind, body and spirit. To learn more about the GOAL Foundation and other events we produce, visit
getoutandlive.org
Who can I contact with questions?
The best way to reach us is by emailing admin@goalfoundation.com. We are often out in the community and away from our desks while setting up for events, so please be patient as we will respond to your message as quickly as possible.
Help! I'm not receiving emails from Ogden Marathon.
Dang it! Spam filters can be tricky and we cannot guarantee our emails will get through. Try checking your spam or "other" inboxes and searching for "Ogden Marathon" or from sender "admin@goalfoundation.com". If you are not receiving emails it could be that you once unsubscribed from our mailing list. Reach out to support@hakusports.com to confirm.
Fear not, the RACE INFO webpage at the top of this website will always be kept up-to-date with the most recent information regarding when and where you need to be for your event.