Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

🚩 Race Overview

• Title: Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon
• Date: 2026-04-18
• Location: 111 FRANKLIN RD SE STE 333, Roanoke, VA
• URL: Race Registration

🏔️ Challenge and Elevation

• Elevation Change: Over 7,430 ft., making it “America’s Toughest Road Marathon.”
• Course: The only marathon that runs along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.
• Events: Includes full marathon, half marathon, relay, and 10k.
• Experience: Challenging yet rewarding mountainous course.

🏅 Finisher Rewards

• Medals: Unique finishers’ medals for all participants.
• Shirts: Commemorative shirts provided.
• Free Beer: Enjoy local craft beer at the finish.
• Festival: Festive atmosphere in downtown Roanoke.

🌱 Community and Support

• Sponsors: Supported by title sponsor Foot Levelers.
• Ownership: Operated by the Roanoke Outside Foundation.
• Mission: Promotes outdoor activity and environmental stewardship.
• Philosophy: Advocates “conservation through recreation.”