In 27 days · Sat, Oct 10, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Where
Courthouse Square, Scranton PA
Distances
Marathon
Typical weather
49–65°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
33–60°F
dry
2024
42–57°F
dry
2023
43–59°F
dry
2022
43–63°F
dry
2021
56–69°F
dry
2020
52–75°F
dry
2019
45–69°F
dry
2018
66–77°F
dry
2017
59–75°F
dry
2016
42–55°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event: Steamtown Marathon 2026
- Date: 10/10/2026
- Start Location: 100 Susquehanna Street, Forest City, PA
- Finish Location: 209 North Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18503
Race Details
- Certification: USATF certified marathon
- Qualifying Race: Official qualifying race for The Boston Marathon
- Elevation Drop: 955’ drop from start to finish
- Course Features: Includes several miles on mostly paved Rails to Trails along the Lackawanna River
Registration
- Link: Sign Up Here
Course map
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