EAU CLAIRE MARATHON
Sunday, May 2, 2027 | 7:00 AM | Eau Claire, Wisconsin
A Boston-Qualifying Marathon in Wisconsin
Take on 26.2 miles through Eau Claire, Wisconsin, on a USATF-certified Boston qualifying course built around the beauty and energy of the city. The Eau Claire Marathon crosses nine bridges over the Chippewa and Eau Claire Rivers, runs through the unforgettable Blugold Mile at UW-Eau Claire and finishes in the heart of downtown.
Chasing a Boston qualifier, running your first marathon or returning to Eau Claire for another finish, you’ll experience a fast second half, incredible community support and a finish line that feels like coming home.
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Eau Claire Marathon Race Details
Everything you need to prepare for the 2027 Eau Claire Marathon, including course information, start and finish locations, aid stations, pacers, race rules, awards and registration policies.
Eau Claire Marathon FAQs
Have questions about the Eau Claire Marathon? Find answers to common questions about our Boston-qualifying course, elevation, course difficulty and what first-time marathoners can expect on race day.
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Marathon Start Line: 300 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire, WI 54703
Marathon Finish Line: 209 Graham Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701
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The Eau Claire Marathon is a USATF-certified Boston qualifying marathon that starts and finishes in downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Throughout the 26.2-mile course, runners cross nine bridges over the Chippewa and Eau Claire Rivers while experiencing some of the city's most scenic neighborhoods, trails and landmarks.
The second half of the course brings runners through UW-Eau Claire and the unforgettable Blugold Mile before returning downtown for an energetic finish on Graham Avenue.
Our full marathon course is very spectator-friendly. Without leaving the Phoenix Park area, family, friends and community members can easily cheer runners on at the start, on the loop back (miles 2.5-4), on N Barstow Street (check out the Barstow Block Party at mile 23.5) and as they finish on Graham Avenue.
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Overall and age group awards will be presented by Market & Johnson. Awards are given to the overall winner (male, female, and non-binary) along with the top three finishers (male and female) in each age group. $500 Cash Prize for top Male & Female Winners.
There is not a formal awards ceremony, if you think you won an award, check in with the awards area.
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WATER, GATORADE AND ENERGY GEL STATIONS
Hydration stations (water & gatorade) are located approximately every two miles along the full marathon course. Thank you to Gatorade for donating Lemon Lime Endurance Formula!
Energy gel and chews will be handed out at two locations along the courses (near Mile 6 and Mile 18.5). Thank you Scheels of Eau Claire, for donating and handing out Honey Stinger Gels and Honey Stinger Chews.
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Race changes (upgrade or downgrade) will be charged $10 plus the price difference for upgrades. Race changes will not be accepted after April 15th.
Deferrals to the following year will be charged $25 for same, single distance event (ex: marathon to marathon) or $50 for a same, multiple distance event and/or team events (ex: challenges and relay events). Requests to defer after April 15th will be processed with additional service fees. All fees are subject to processing charges and tax. Deferrals must be redeemed for the following year by 12/31.
Participant to participant transfers are not allowed.
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FULL MARATHON: 3:00, 3:05, 3:15, 3:25, 3:35, 3:45, 3:50, 3:55, 4:00, 4:05, 4:20, 4:35, 4:50, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30 sweeper
For more information or to connect with a pacer, email: heather@eauclairemarathon.com -
Runners 12 years of age and older may participate in the Eau Claire Full Marathon.
No unofficial pacers or bikers are allowed on course, anyone running must be a registered participant.
Headphones during the race are allowed in accordance to rule changes by the USATF. Participants who choose to wear headphones are expected to be aware of the changing road/race conditions as well as fellow runners.
Handheld water bottles & hydration vests are allowed.
Any runner who is felt to be posing a safety concern to other runners or themselves may be removed from the race at the discretion of the Race Directors.
Strollers, pets, and roller blades are prohibited on the course. Non-race participants will not be allowed in the runner's finish area.
We will not remove any participants from the course. Everyone will have a chance to earn their medals! Volunteers, water stations, police and medical will only be available for 6.5 hours.
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The Eau Claire Marathon course features approximately 611 feet of elevation gain over 26.2 miles. While the course includes rolling terrain, runners can look forward to a fast second half and strong crowd support during the closing miles.
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Yes. The Eau Claire Marathon is run on a USATF-certified course and is an official Boston Marathon qualifying race.
Looking for more information about qualifying for Boston? Explore our Guide to Boston Qualifying Marathons in Wisconsin.
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Yes. The Eau Claire Marathon is a USATF-certified, Boston-qualifying course with a mix of flat stretches and rolling hills. The course offers plenty of opportunities to settle into your pace, with energetic crowd support and course entertainment to help carry runners through 26.2 miles.
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Yes! The Eau Claire Marathon is a great choice for first-time marathoners. Runners experience enthusiastic volunteers, course entertainment, strong community support and an energetic downtown finish. With pace groups and plenty of support along the course, first-time marathoners can feel supported from the start line to the finish.
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