Registration & Pricing

Welcome to the

25th ANNUAL

OGDEN MARATHON

May 16, 2026

PRESENTED BY AMERICA FIRST CREDIT UNION

FULL (BQ) | HALF | RELAY | 8.2mi | 5K

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The America First Ogden Marathon has been nominated as the Best Marathon in Utah by RaceRaves, and we need your help to bring this award home! If you’ve run the Ogden Marathon, cheered along the course, or volunteered on race day, you know how special this community event is. Now’s your chance to show it some love. (Voting ends 9/21/25)

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Join us on May 16, 2026 for "Utah's Spring Run Off" event! Experience why Runner's World and Shape.com have ranked the Ogden Marathon as one of the most beautiful in the world and best for first-time marathoners. The Ogden Marathon, presented by America First Credit Union, is an incredibly scenic gentle downhill course, making it a fast Boston Qualifier.
Wind through beautiful Ogden Canyon and end downtown on Ogden’s famous Historic 25th Street. With multiple distance options to choose from and amazing community support, this world-class event is perfect for all types of runners.

« Fast Downhill Boston Marathon Qualifier » « Abbott World Majors Marathon Qualifier »

This is a USA Track & Field certified & sanctioned event.

Pricing Distances

Pricing & Discounts

Please refer to the price increase schedule graphic below for current cost information. Register early for the absolute best deal. Register here!

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Get $10 OFF with the Ogden Marathon & Winter Running Series combined registration bundle.

MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDER DISCOUNT

Active duty military, veterans, and first responders may receive 10% OFF their Ogden Marathon registration! 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.

The Ogden Marathon and the GOAL Foundation thanks you for your service to our country and community.
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Price Increase Schedule

VIP EXPERIENCE

Support the GOAL Foundation's Shoe Giveback Mission,Community Programming/Scholarships, and Ogden Track Club by upgrading to a VIP Experience!

As a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, we provide free and subsidized activities for youth, seniors, and members of our community to encourage an active lifestyle and to "Get Out And Live!" all year long. Our VIP Runners help support this mission, while also receiving the following VIP Perks!

**Available for Full & Half Marathon distances only**

Vip Pricing

Full Marathon: $355
Half Marathon: $305
VIP Registration

What's included in the vip experience?

VIP Packet Pickup area at expo (no line!)
Upgraded Coach Bus to the Start Line
- Pre-Race Continental Breakfast
- Coach Buses have their own Private Bathroom
Exclusive area at Finish Line
- 10 to 15-Minute Massage included!
Full photo package - access to all the photos taken of you by our race photographers—from start to finish!
Special runner recognition as a program supporter
Additional registration cost is a tax-deductible donation to the GOAL Foundation to support our Community Programming efforts in the Greater Ogden Area.

This sounds incredible! what if i am already registered?

If you have already registered for an Ogden Marathon event for 2026 simply email Kirsty at admin@goalfoundation.com to add this upgraded experience.

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Ogden Marathon Distances

26.2 Full MARATHON (bq)

This incredibly scenic Boston qualifier course starts at Dancing Moose Farm in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains at an elevation of 5423 ft. with open roads, green fields, and a beautiful river. The final half winds around Pineview Reservoir then drops into Ogden Canyon where you will run along the roaring Ogden River with breathtaking views of pine-covered slopes and steep rock cliffs. The course ends downtown Ogden on Historic 25th street at an elevation of 4,308 Ft. and an incredible finish line festival that is great for the whole family. The gentle downhill makes this event a fast Boston Qualifier, and is one of the many reasons why Runner's World and shape.com named it One of the Best Courses in America for First-Time Marathon Runners.

To view the full course map, CLICK HERE.

« Fast Downhill Boston Marathon Qualifier » « Abbott World Majors Marathon Qualifier »

This is a USA Track & Field certified & sanctioned event.

Ogden Marathon Full USATF Course ID: UT22009TJD

Ogden Half Marathon USATF Course ID: UT22008TJD

13.1 Half MARATHON

A USATF certified course, the Ogden Half Marathon begins at the midway point of the Full Marathon and at an elevation of 4,948 feet. At the start the race you will run around Pineview Reservoir, then drop into scenic Ogden Canyon where you will run along the roaring Ogden River. Breathtaking views of pine covered slopes changing into steep rock faces will be encountered along with quaint homes nestled along the river's edge. Exiting the canyon you run onto the Ogden River Parkway for approximately 2 miles before the final stretch along Grant Avenue towards Downtown Ogden. The course ends on Historic 25th street at an elevation of 4,308 Feet.

8.2 mile

The Ogden Marathon Scenic Canyon 8.2 Mi is run over the final 8.2 miles of the marathon course. This is a scenic point-to-point race starting in beautiful Ogden Canyon and ending at our world-class finish line on Historic 25th Street. The 8.2 Mi is a great bridge between a 5K and half marathon distance, and is a perfect to run or walk while awaiting a friend or family member to finish their full or half marathon race. Take in beautiful canyon views while you run along the Ogden River and head towards Downtown Ogden, where the community awaits to cheer you on during the final stretch to the finish line.

5k

The Ogden Marathon 5K starts near the Junction Downtown and winds along the Ogden River Parkway before looping back down Grant Avenue for about a mile until you cross the Finish Line. The Ogden River Parkway is a paved pathway that parallels the Ogden River through lush trees. This winding 3.1 mile course will rank amongst the most enjoyable 5K runs you'll ever experience.

relay MARATHON

Relay Marathon Teams consist of 2-5 participants. The marathon's beautiful course starts at an elevation of 5423 ft. The five legs of the relay will take members of your team by open roads, green fields, a beautiful gushing river, through Ogden Canyon with breathtaking views of pine covered slopes changing into steep rock faces, with a view of quaint homes nestled along the river's edge. The course ends downtown on Historic 25th street (elevation of 4,308 ft) with a Finish Line Festival that is great for the whole family.

To learn more about the Relay Marathon, CLICK HERE.

Duos (Formerly Assisted push)

Ogden Marathon is proud to host duo teams for the marathon and half marathon distances, consisting of a non-ambulatory athlete pushed by an ambulatory runner in a specialized racing wheelchair. Wheelchairs must have a breaking mechanism accessible to both the athlete and the runner. To provide a safe experience for all participants, each race has a capacity of five Duo Teams.

The Duo Team program is non-competitive, and there are no separate award categories. Because the Duo Team Program is a separate event group, the duo runner and duo rider are not ranked among the Open field and are not eligible for an age group award. *More information on Duo's can be found on the Course Logistics page.

kids k

The Granite KidsK is one of our favorite events on marathon day! The KidsK starts at 12:30 pm in front of the Ogden Amphitheater and ends at the same finish line as all of our athletes! You'll want to be at the start line a little early...because we have a pre-run dance party for the kiddos and may have a few special visitors too! Whether you join in on the festivities with your little ones or hang on the sidelines for high-fives, this is an event you will not want to miss! The KidsK is for ages under 12 and the course is less than 1 mile. Everyone will receive a superhero cape and a finishers bell for participating. Registration for this event will open in early May.

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Marathon Course Overview

Interactive Course Map

Take a look at our USATF-certified Full & Half Marathon courses! This event is a fast Boston Qualifier, and great for both experienced and new runners.

Use the navigation window on the left to select your distance and other features.

Ogden Marathon events include a Full Marathon (26.2), Half Marathon (13.1), 8.2 Mi, 5K (3.1), and Marathon Relay (5 Legs).

Printable Ogden Marathon Course Map

Ogden Marathon National Accolades

Voted: “Best Running Event in Utah” By Salt Lake City Weekly Magazine Staff and Reader Pick 2018

Voted: “One of the Top Ten Marathons in the World” – Runner's World

Voted: “One of the Best Courses in America for First-Time Marathon Runners” – Runner's World

Voted: “5^th Best Marathon in the Country for Beginning Marathon Runners” – Shape.com

Listed as one of the Top 6 Most Scenic Races by Jeff Galloway in his book, “America’s Best Places to Run”.

“Having run almost 200 marathons, I’ve found the Ogden Marathon to be special because it has gentle downhills that keep you moving, great scenery and friendly supporters throughout race weekend.” – Jeff Galloway, Olympic Runner, Author

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