Buckeye Marathon
Race snapshot
Race Day
36–72°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change −531 ft
Crowd Rating
Moderate spectator support
The Lowdown
The Buckeye Marathon, produced by StartLine Racing, is a USATF-certified point-to-point course that drops more than 530 feet from start to finish and ends on the runway at Buckeye Municipal Airport. The 13th annual edition starts at 8:00 AM at Festival Foothills Elementary School. The race also offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K and 1 mile fun run, and the marathon has a 6-hour closing time.
Questions about the Buckeye Marathon 2027
When is the Buckeye Marathon 2027?
Saturday, January 9, 2027.
Where is the Buckeye Marathon?
Buckeye, Arizona, United States.
What time does the Buckeye Marathon start?
The race starts at 8:00 AM, local time.
What is the Buckeye Marathon time limit?
6 hours.
How do I enter the Buckeye Marathon 2027?
Registration is open.
How much does the Buckeye Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon: $90.
What is the Buckeye Marathon elevation gain?
30 m (98 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: −162 m (531 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Buckeye Marathon course like?
It passes Festival Foothills Elementary School and Buckeye Municipal Airport.
What is the weather like at the Buckeye Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 2–22 °C (36–72 °F). Feels cool.
Is the Buckeye Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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