20th Anniversary Delaware Marathon Running Festival
Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park, Wilmington, DE
April 21, 2024
Cancellation & Refund Policy
The Delaware Marathon Running Festival does not allow for refunds or transfers of entry fee. If we are forced to switch to a virtual event, all participants will have the choice to run virtually or defer their entry to 2025. All virtual runners will receive their medal and UA race shirt in the mail.
This event may be cancelled or postponed due to circumstances beyond the control of Corrigan Sports Enterprises, Inc. Inclement weather, or emergencies such as public safety, public health concerns or municipal directives, can impact the implementation of a race. Public safety measures such as these may cause Corrigan Sports Enterprises to cancel or postpone this event. Race entry fees or future race credits will not be issued under these public safety conditions.
We maintain the right to cancel or modify the race in the interest of public safety. Public safety officials and medical authorities will be consulted prior to any race cancellation or modification. Alteration of the course or race length may be implemented as an option to ensure a safer race environment.
Event Overview
Experience a scenic race course that takes you throughout historic downtown Wilmington. “The course has a lot of variety, and gives visitors a tour of many of the most interesting and beautiful parts of the city,” said one past participant from Pennsylvania.
The marathon race route travels across beautiful Brandywine Park on the Brandywine River, along prestigious parkways, through historic neighborhoods of Wilmington and past downtown’s Rodney Square. It also runs along the scenic Jack Markell Trail and all its beauty. Choose from a full marathon, half-marathon, 10k, or 5k on Sunday. Interested in fund-“racing?” Check out our Run for a Cause page for more information on our charity partners. Non-runners can join us at start/finish line at Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park for a great party with live music, vendors, and activities for the whole family.
There is plenty of free parking nearby, as well as discounted parking garages for runners, and easy access to and from Interstate I-95 (Exit 6). Visit Travel & Accommodations page for more details.
We believe this is your best chance to run a certified 26.2 mile road marathon in Delaware! We are a USATF certified Boston Marathon Qualifier and historically 10%-12% of our marathon runners have qualified for the Boston Marathon.
RACE HISTORY
The Delaware Marathon Running Festival has a rich history. Learn more about how this event came about and more interesting facts by visiting the Race History page.
