London OH Marathon

Overview

The Merrimac Miracle Organization is pleased to host the 6th Annual London OH Marathon as a fundraiser for Merri-Mac Park. We are raising funds to further improve the park by adding play equipment, recreational paths, sports fields, etc.

Format

• Start Times: The full and half marathon race events will start promptly at 7 am and the 5K at 7:15 am.
• Course Closure: The course will remain open for 5 hours after the last competitor starts.

Course

• Start and Finish: The start and finish will be located at Merri-Mac Park. All course maps can be viewed here.
• Scenic View: The flat, tree-lined scenic rails will take you toward Darby Creek Metro Park.
• Course Repetition: The full marathon repeats the course twice.
• Flat Terrain: Did we mention this race is flat? It is crazy flat!

Aid Stations

• Location: Aid stations and port-o-johns are spaced at every 2-2.5 miles along the course.
• Supplies: Aid stations are stocked with water, Gatorade, and GU gels.

Certification

• USATF Certified: Both the marathon and half-marathon courses are USATF certified!
• PR Goals: This course is perfect for that PR or BQ attempt!
• Certification Codes: London OH Marathon: OH25006JHP, London OH Half Marathon: OH25005JHP.

Perks

• Half Marathon Swag: All half marathon runners will receive a high-quality soft vintage style race shirt with the London OH Marathon logo, a finisher medal, and special promotional offers from local businesses.
• Full Marathon Swag: All full marathon runners will receive a full-zip London OH Marathon lightweight hooded sweatshirt, a finisher medal, and swag from local businesses.
• BQ Reward: All runners who BQ at the 2026 London OH Marathon will receive a free nontransferable race entry to any of our 2027 races!

Packet Pickup and Event Expo

• Friday Pickup: Packet Pickup will be from 4-8 pm on Friday, April 10th, at the Nook Coffee Bar @ 25 S Main St London, OH 43140.
• Race Day Pickup: There will be race day packet pick up at Merri Mac Park starting at 6:15 AM. Be sure to arrive early if you need to pick up your packet on race day!

Elite Athletes

• Fast Course: This course is going to be crazy fast, and we’re looking for people who can light it up.
• Contact: Please contact Race Director David Mars at davidtmars@gmail.com for details.
• Elite Entry: Elite entries will include a complimentary entry to the race and VIP accommodations on race day.

Elite Standards

• Male: 16:00 (5k), 33:30 (10k), 1:15:00 (1/2 marathon), 2:40:00 (marathon).
• Female: 19:00 (5k), 38:30 (10k), 1:28:00 (1/2 marathon), 3:00:00 (marathon).

Event Transfer

Through April 10, 2026, if you need to change your event, you can do so by following these instructions: Event Transfer Instructions.