Galveston Marathon
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Feels cool
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Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft
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The Lowdown
The Galveston Marathon takes place on Sunday, February 21, 2027 on Galveston Island, Texas, and starts at 7:30 AM at Stewart Beach. The course follows the Seawall sidewalk to East Beach and the Boddeker Road turnaround, then heads back toward Pleasure Pier, and the marathon covers it in two loops. All courses are on pavement, not on the beach. The marathon course is certified (TX22001JH) and a Boston Marathon qualifier, with a 6-hour time limit and a 3-hour cutoff at the 13.1-mile split. Aid stations are every 2 miles with water and electrolytes, and nutrition is not provided. Entry includes a long-sleeve technical shirt, a finisher medal, and food and drinks at the post-race party. A half marathon, a 5K, wheelchair and handcycle divisions, and virtual options run the same weekend.
Questions about the Galveston Marathon 2027
When is the Galveston Marathon 2027?
Sunday, February 21, 2027.
Where is the Galveston Marathon?
Galveston, TX, United States.
What time does the Galveston Marathon start?
The race starts at 7:30 AM, local time.
What is the Galveston Marathon time limit?
6 hours.
How do I enter the Galveston Marathon 2027?
Registration is open. Feb 21, 2027: Race Day. Ways in: Register online through RunSignup; Race day packet pickup and onsite registration open at 6:00 AM on Sunday at Stewart Beach.
How much does the Galveston Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon: $105.
When and where is packet pickup for the Galveston Marathon?
Feb 18, 2027: 12pm to 6pm at On The Run, 2427 Bay Area Blvd., Houston. Feb 20, 2027: 12pm to 5pm at Galveston Island Running Co., 518 23rd St.
What is the Galveston Marathon elevation gain?
5 m (16 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Galveston Marathon course like?
It passes Stewart Beach, Seawall sidewalk and East Beach Drive and Apffel Park Drive.
What is the weather like at the Galveston Marathon?
The race-day average is 14 °C (57 °F). Feels cool.
Where are the Galveston Marathon results?
The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
Is the Galveston Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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