Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle

Race Overview

• Date: 2026-06-14
• Location: Olympia High School, Olympia, WA
• Race URL: Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon
• Distance Options: Marathon and Half Marathon

Race Goals

• Boston Ambition: Have you been dreaming of running the Boston Marathon? Need to shave a few minutes off your qualifying time?
• PR Potential: Looking for the perfect course to set a new PR? The Bound for Boston event is for you.
• Course Certification: The Full Marathon is USATF certified, making it a Boston Qualifier.
• Flat Design: The course features a 1-mile, super flat and super fast loop, ideal for consistent pacing.

Support and Amenities

• Aid Stations: There will be water and an electrolyte drink available at the aid table.
• Personalized Aid: Participants are welcome to bring their own personalized aid to place on the aid tables.
• Cheer Crew: Many runners bring a cheer crew to help hand out fuel and keep motivation high.
• Event Size: This is a small, focused event, capped at just 75 participants.

Finisher Rewards

• Race Shirt: All participants will receive a great race shirt.
• Finisher Medals: Medals will be awarded to all participants.
• Age Group Awards: Awards for both distances will be presented in the usual 5-year age groups.
• Chase Your Goals: Fast course and flexible support provide a chance to chase your goals.

Conclusion

• Ideal Experience: This is the race that lets you run your perfect day.