Coastal Delaware Running Festival
Sat, Apr 10, 2027, 5:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run flat, fast, and scenic courses along the Delaware coast, culminating in a festive finish line celebration that supports local charities.
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Scenic
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseExperience the Coastal Delaware Running Festival, featuring flat and fast courses across various distances, including a Boston Qualifier marathon. Runners will enjoy picturesque views of coastal Delaware, from the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk to State Park paths and historic Lewes. Celebrate your finish with complimentary beer, food, music, and cheer. Your participation also supports the Delaware Seashore Preservation Foundation and other local charities.
What to expect
- - Enjoy flat and fast courses through scenic coastal Delaware.
- - Take in landmarks like the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and State Park paths.
- - Celebrate your finish with complimentary beer, food, music, and cheer.
Standout details
- Boston Qualifier Marathon
- Flat and fast coastal courses
- Finishing line celebration
- Supports local charities
Distances & registration
7 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
5K
1 option · closes Apr 10, 2027, 5:15 AM EDT
11mo 12d 20h 6m leftRun/Walk (Saturday)
Closes Apr 10, 2027, 5:15 AM EDT · From $32.80
5.59 Miles
1 option · closes Apr 10, 2027, 5:15 AM EDT
11mo 12d 20h 6m left9k - Cape Challenge: 5k (Saturday) & 9k (Sunday)
Closes Apr 10, 2027, 5:15 AM EDT · From $91.10
Half Marathon
2 options · closes Apr 10, 2027, 4:00 PM EDT
11mo 13d 6h 51m leftHalf - Fort Miles Challenge: 5k (Saturday) Half (Sunday)
Closes Apr 10, 2027, 5:15 AM EDT · From $128.20
(13.1)
Closes Apr 10, 2027, 4:00 PM EDT · From $96.40
Marathon
2 options · closes Apr 10, 2027, 4:00 PM EDT
11mo 13d 6h 51m leftTower Challenge: 5k (Saturday) Marathon (Sunday)
Closes Apr 10, 2027, 5:15 AM EDT · From $138.80
(26.2)
Closes Apr 10, 2027, 4:00 PM EDT · From $107.00
9K
1 option · closes Apr 10, 2027, 4:00 PM EDT
11mo 13d 6h 51m leftRun/Walk(5.6)
Closes Apr 10, 2027, 4:00 PM EDT · From $59.30
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Steady crowd
747 Marathon finishers in 2026. Large enough to feel social, without necessarily feeling packed.
Typical finish
4:11:57
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 3:05:27.
People mix
More men
About 42% women and 58% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the Marathon in 2026, this looks like a steady crowd: 747 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 4:11:57. The quicker front of the field averaged about 3:05:27. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Philadelphia, PA
Travel draw
Baltimore, MD
Travel draw
Wilmington, DE
Travel draw
Washington, DC
Travel draw
Alexandria, VA
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female 19 and under
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 20-24
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 25-29
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 30-34
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 35-39
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | 2026 | 747 | 4:11:57 | 4:18:05 | 3:05:27 | 2:36:33 / 3:08:44 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
The Coastal Delaware Running Festival April 10-11, 2027 will consist of a 5k on Saturday and on Sunday, a 9K, Half Marathon & a Full Marathon (Boston Qualifier). All four courses are flat and fast and take in the most beautiful landmarks of coastal Delaware, including a Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk start and finish, numerous Delaware State Park paths and landmarks, historic Lewes, DE and more. Finishing Line Celebration with plenty of complimentary beer, food, music and cheer! Proceeds to benefit the Delaware Seashore Preservation Foundation and other local charities. Register Today