2026 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 3:30 AM AKDT
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Race feel
Run a Boston Marathon qualifier under the endless daylight of the Summer Solstice in scenic Anchorage, Alaska.
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Festive
Scenic
Competitive
FestiveExperience the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon, a unique Summer Solstice event drawing runners from around the world. Held under nearly 19 hours of daylight, this race offers a beautiful setting in Anchorage, Alaska. It's a chance to challenge yourself on a USA Track and Field certified course, which serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. Plan extra time to explore the region's stunning sights, from glaciers to wildlife, making it a memorable running adventure.
What to expect
- Run a marathon or half-marathon on a USA Track and Field certified course.
- Experience the unique atmosphere of the Summer Solstice with extended daylight.
From the organizer
2026 ANCHORAGE MAYOR'S MARATHON & MORE
Each Summer Solstice the Anchorage Mayor's Marathon, Half-Marathon, Solstice Classic, Kids Mile and Relay bring hundreds of people together from nearly every state in the union, countries around the globe and from our very own community. There is something about nineteen hours (actually a bit more) of daylight that draws many to this unique and beautiful event.
Anchorage and Alaska has a lot to offer, so make sure you plan ahead and allow yourself enough time to see the sights. The Visit Anchorage web site can help you plan your adventures from lodging to sightseeing to exploring. Find out where to climb a glacier, see a moose, and catch a salmon. You can also find the best places to eat, sleep and dance the night away.
The Anchorage Mayor's Marathon is co-hosted by the University of Alaska Anchorage Athletic Department and the Municipality of Anchorage Parks and Recreation Department.
The Marathon course is certified by USA Track and Field as a Boston Marathon qualifier.
