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When
Sunday, October 18th, 2026
Where
9 S Pennsylvania Avenue, Hancock MD
Distances
Marathon · Half · 10K
Typical weather
46–66°F · low rain risk
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2025
45–76°F
dry
2024
41–67°F
dry
2023
42–61°F
dry
2022
37–51°F
dry
2021
47–64°F
dry
2020
39–62°F
dry
2019
43–59°F
dry
2018
38–52°F
dry
2017
41–69°F
dry
2016
57–83°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event Name: Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K
- Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Location: 9 S Pennsylvania Avenue, Hancock, MD 21750
- URL: Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon
Race History
- 11th Edition: The WMRT Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K is back for 2026.
- Name Change: The race has been renamed in honor of Buzz Sawyer, a legendary distance runner and creator of the JFK50 Miler.
- Race Transition: Frank and Mike of Altis Endurance have passed the race to Katie and Adam Lowe of 2Lowe Run Company.
- Course Location: The race occurs entirely on the Western Maryland Rail Trail (WMRT).
Course Details
- Starting Point: The race start/finish is located in Hancock, a town rich in C&O Canal history.
- Trail Experience: Hancock is known for its beautiful trails and is a must-visit for trail lovers.
- Certification: The marathon (MD17006NP) and half marathon (MD17005NP) are USATF Certified Courses.
- Boston Qualifying: This course is recognized as a good Boston qualifying course.
Race Schedule
- Marathon Start: 7:30 AM
- Half Marathon Start: 8:00 AM
- 10K Start: 8:15 AM
- Start/Finish Location: Western Maryland Rail Trail, just north of C&O Bicycle.
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