Historic Drawbridge Running Festival

Race Overview

• Event Date: October 31st, 2026
• Location: 213 North Talbot Street, St Michaels, MD
• Course Type: Flat and USATF Certified
• Events: Marathon, Half Marathon, 5k

Course Details

• Half Marathon: 13.1 miles straight run with minimal elevation
• Marathon: Similar to Half, with additional route through Bozman
• 5k Event: 1.55 miles out and back course
• Start and Finish: Both at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

Logistics

• Mat Crossing: Runners can cross within first 5 minutes (8:00:00 to 8:05:00)
• Arrival Time: All runners must be on site by 7:45 AM
• Transportation: Buses available from the Maritime Museum to the start line
• Aide Stations: Located along the course for hydration and nutrition

Time Restrictions

• Cutoff Time: 8-hour limit for marathon and half marathon
• Minimum Pace: 18 minutes, 30 seconds per mile
• Accessibility: Ideal for all runners, including those recovering
• Marathon Participants: Enjoy 8 full hours to complete

More Information

• Website: Historic Drawbridge Running Festival
• Start Location: Talghman Island, with traffic briefly shut down
• Special Features: Use of drawbridges for added scenery
• Experience: Enjoy the beautiful Talbot County scenery while running