Erie Marathon

Race Details

• Date: 2026-09-13
• Location: Presque Isle State Park, Erie, PA
• Event URL: Erie Marathon
• Contact: No emails will be sent until race week.

Important Notices

• No Refunds: There will be no refunds, deferrals, or transfers.
• Parking: Due to our park permit, all parking will be at Waldameer Park.
• Walking Distance: All participants will need to walk 0.6 miles to the start and after the race.
• Website Resources: Many answers to questions are on our website, eriemarathon.net.

Course Information

• Elevation: Less than a 250-foot total change in elevation.
• Surface: Mostly asphalt with about a third concrete, and grass surfaces available.
• Conditions: The course has considerable shade and sun.
• Race Type: This is an all-volunteer run race with a cap of 2000 participants.

Race Amenities

• Water Stops: Water and lemon-lime Gatorade will be available, spaced about a mile apart.
• Restrooms: Porta-potties will be near each water stop.
• Food: There are no food vendors or drink machines: spectators must bring their own provisions.
• Race Tracking: Offered through RaceJoy, with pace groups from marathonpacing.com.

Participant Guidelines

• Spectator Access: All spectators must walk to the race from Waldameer parking and cannot be on roadways.
• Fines: Spectators on roadways will be fined by the park.
• Insurance: Event insurance is sold separately: questions about insurance should go to runsignup.
• Time Limit: 6-hour limit: must keep a 14-minute pace.

Additional Information

• Facebook Updates: Check our Facebook page for updates.
• Visitor Information: Visit www.visiterie.com for more details.