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York Marathon and Half Marathon

York Marathon and Half Marathon is a marathon and half marathon event held in York, Pennsylvania. Its next confirmed date is Sunday, May 2, 2027. About 7,425 runners take part across all distances.

Race day
May 2, 2027
Location
York, PA
Field size
~7,425 runners

Race details

Date
Sunday, May 2, 2027
Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon
Field size
About 7,425 runners
Course
Mostly flat out-and-back; ~346-523 ft elevation range (official course map), ~211 ft gain / 213 ft loss (third-party estimate)
Registration
runsignup.com

Registration, course & weather

Start time
6:00 AM EDT
Course profile
Out-and-back course; Mostly road, some trail; 211 ft gain, 213 ft loss (official course data); USATF certified; Boston qualifier

About the York Marathon and Half Marathon

Sunday, May 3, 2026 Whether you are aiming for a Boston Qualifying time or are running your first long distance race, the York Marathon and Half Marathon is a fast-paced chip-timed event hosted by the Arthur J. Glatfelter Branch YMCA. The race begins at the Arthur J. Glatfelter Branch YMCA, 90 N. Newberry St, York, PA 17401 and ends at Lafayette Plaza in the heart of the City of York. The flat course begins on city streets and transitions to the York County Heritage Rail Trail for the remainder…

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York Marathon and Half Marathon: common questions

When is the York Marathon and Half Marathon?
The next confirmed date is Sunday, May 2, 2027.
Where is the York Marathon and Half Marathon held?
In York, Pennsylvania.
What distances does the York Marathon and Half Marathon offer?
Marathon and Half Marathon.
How many people run the York Marathon and Half Marathon?
About 7,425 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
How do I register for the York Marathon and Half Marathon?
Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
Is registration open for the York Marathon and Half Marathon?
Registration status as last checked September 25, 2026: opens soon.
What time does the York Marathon and Half Marathon start?
6:00 AM EDT.
What is the course like at the York Marathon and Half Marathon?
Out-and-back course; Mostly road, some trail; 211 ft gain, 213 ft loss (official course data); USATF certified; Boston qualifier.