Durango Marathon 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Durango, Colorado
- Entry fee
- From $40 · goes up to $45 on Oct 10, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango Marathon | Marathon | Oct 11, 20267:30 AM | $165 | – |
| Durango Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 11, 20267:45 AM | $115 | – |
| Durango Marathon Weekend 5k | Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Oct 10, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Marathon fee goes up to $45 on Oct 10, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Durango Marathon: $165 until Oct 11.
- Durango Half Marathon: $115 until Oct 11.
- Durango Marathon Weekend 5k: $40 until Oct 10, then $45 until Oct 10.
Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $165, entry is about 38 percent above a typical marathon in Colorado, which costs $120 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a marathon in Colorado runs 4:22:49, about 10:01 a mile, based on 6 races with published results. Women typically finish in 4:34:31 and men in 4:12:33.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:14 AM, and the Durango Marathon starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 7,960 feet above sea level, high enough that most runners from lower ground run noticeably slower.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
111 South Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81301
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 11 the day usually runs from 31°F at dawn to 54°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 24°F and hot years reach 62°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 111 South Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81301Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 7,960 feet
- Included with entry
- Race Shirt
- Distances
- Half Marathon, Marathon
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 11, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Durango Marathon?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Oct 10, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Colorado?
- At $165, entry is about 38 percent above a typical marathon in Colorado, which costs $120 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- Half Marathon, Marathon.
- Where does it start?
- 111 South Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81301.
From the organizers
Run Colorado's Newest Fall Classic.
Join us on October 11, 2026, for the inaugural Durango Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K—a scenic road race experience through one of Colorado's most beautiful mountain communities.
Starting and finishing at Santa Rita Park along the banks of the Animas River, runners will enjoy crisp autumn temperatures, spectacular fall colors, sweeping views of the San Juan Mountains, and a course designed to showcase the best of Durango. Whether you're chasing a personal best, checking a marathon off your bucket list, or simply looking for an unforgettable race-cation, the Durango Marathon offers a unique combination of challenge, beauty, and community.