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Run the Rock Marathon

April 25, 2027 · 7:00 AMJanesville, Wisconsin, United States

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Race Day

48°F

Feels cool

Total elevation gain

197ft

Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft

Crowd Rating

3/ 10

Moderate spectator support

The Lowdown

Run the Rock Marathon is a spring out-and-back marathon in downtown Janesville, Wisconsin, with the start and finish on Festival Street. The 2027 edition is the fifth annual and uses new full and half marathon routes. The marathon starts at 7:00 am, and the course closes at 12:30 pm. The route has 10 aid stations and 3 porta-potties along the course. All proceeds go to the Isaac Strong Foundation to help children fighting cancer. Every participant receives a finisher medal and a commemorative shirt, and timing is by Velocity Multi-Sport & Cycling. A half marathon, 10K, 5K and family events run the same morning.

Previous edition results — 2026

01: All proceeds go to the Isaac Strong Foundation to help children currently fighting cancer.
02: Packet pick-up is Saturday from 12 pm to 3 pm at Jaysen Jorgensen State Farm Insurance Agency, 1341 N. Wright Rd.
03: Race-morning packet pick-up is Sunday from 6 am to 8 am at the start and finish line.
04: Awards go to the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers in each distance; the full marathon awards are at 11 am.
05: Parking is free in Downtown Janesville, and there is no designated gear check.

Questions about the Run the Rock Marathon 2027

When is the Run the Rock Marathon 2027?

Sunday, April 25, 2027.

Where is the Run the Rock Marathon?

Janesville, Wisconsin, United States.

What time does the Run the Rock Marathon start?

The race starts at 7:00 AM, local time.

What is the Run the Rock Marathon time limit?

Race cutoff time is 12:30 pm.

How do I enter the Run the Rock Marathon 2027?

Registration is open. Ways in: Registration is handled online through RunSignup.

How much does the Run the Rock Marathon 2027 cost?

Marathon: $65.

What is the Run the Rock Marathon elevation gain?

60 m (197 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.

What is the Run the Rock Marathon course like?

It passes Festival Street.

What is the weather like at the Run the Rock Marathon?

The race-day average is 9 °C (48 °F). Feels cool.

Where are the Run the Rock Marathon results?

The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results

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