Capital City Marathon
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Race Day
45–70°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft
Crowd Rating
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
Capital City Marathon is a USATF-certified road marathon in Olympia, Washington, run on the Sunday of mid-May with a start and finish at Sylvester Park downtown. The course has rolling hills, and the Marathon, Half Marathon and Five Mile all run on the same morning. The 2027 edition is the 46th. The marathon course is a Boston Marathon qualifier. The race weekend also includes a free Kids' Run on Saturday afternoon and a Run Fair with packet pickup at Sylvester Park.
Questions about the Capital City Marathon 2027
When is the Capital City Marathon 2027?
Sunday, May 16, 2027.
Where is the Capital City Marathon?
Olympia, Washington, United States.
What time does the Capital City Marathon start?
The race starts at 7:00 AM, local time.
How do I enter the Capital City Marathon 2027?
Registration is open. Oct 10, 2026: Registration Opens. Ways in: Marathon, Half Marathon and Five Mile registration is online only and closes 30 minutes before each start.
How much does the Capital City Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon: $85.
What is the Capital City Marathon elevation gain?
120 m (394 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the weather like at the Capital City Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 7–21 °C (45–70 °F). Feels cool.
Where are the Capital City Marathon results?
The official 2025 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
Is the Capital City Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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