9 S Pennsylvania Avenue, Hancock MD
Sunday, October 18th, 2026
🏃♂️ Race Overview
- Event Name: Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10K
- Edition: Back for the 11th edition in 2026
- Renaming: Named in honor of distance runner Buzz Sawyer
- Organizers: Transition from Frank and Mike of Altis Endurance to Katie and Adam Lowe of 2Lowe Run Company
📅 Race Details
- Date: Sunday, October 18th, 2026
- Location: Entirely on the beautiful Western Maryland Rail Trail (WMRT)
- Start/Finish: Located in Hancock, MD at 9 S Pennsylvania Ave
- Trail Town: Hancock is known for great C&O Canal history and scenery
🏅 Course Certification
- Certification: Both marathon (MD17006NP) and half marathon (MD17005NP) courses are USATF Certified
- Boston Qualifier: This is a good course for Boston qualifying!
⏰ Race Times
- Marathon Start: 7:30 AM
- Half Marathon Start: 8:00 AM
- 10K Start: 8:15 AM
- Start/Finish Location: Just north of C&O Bicycle on the WMRT
🌐 More Information
- Race URL: Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon
