Running
Marathon
42.2 km
from 75.00 EUR – 165.00 EUR
- Until Jul 11, 202775.00 EUR
- Jul 12, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027165.00 EUR
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Race month
July · 59°–76°
Field size
1,000–5,000
Surface
asphalt
Distances
42.2k, 21.1k, 10k, 5k
Distances
Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
from 75.00 EUR – 125.00 EUR
- Until Jul 11, 202775.00 EUR
- Jul 12, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027125.00 EUR
Running
10K
10 km
from 60.00 EUR – 80.00 EUR
- Until Jul 11, 202760.00 EUR
- Jul 12, 2027 – Dec 31, 202780.00 EUR
Running
5K
5 km
60.00 USD
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4:13:10
Estimated finish · 42.2 km
10 km1:00:00
5 km30:00
Where am I when? · Splits
Start
0:00
5 km
30:00
10 km
1:00:00
15 km
1:30:00
20 km
2:00:00
Half
2:06:35
25 km
2:30:00
30 km
3:00:00
35 km
3:30:00
40 km
4:00:00
Finish
4:13:10
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Course & climate
Typical weather in Waitsfield
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
July
76°59°
- Sunrise
- 05:21
- Sunset
- 20:33
Surface mix
- 100% asphalt
What to expect
What makes this race distinct — for training and race day.
The World’s Most Beautiful Marathon! Take it easy or take it tough…we have a race for every runner at any level. The 16th Annual Mad Marathon, Mad Half, 5K and 10K are scheduled for July 11, 2027 in the gorgeous Mad River Valley, located in Central Vermont. You will be running through this extraordinary rural community on back and dirt roads, with breathtaking views of the Green Mountains, challenging rolling farmlands with tough climbs and descents, quaint villages, historic barns, covered bridges and fields of our famous Vermont cows!
The field
1,000–5,000
Catering & aid stations
Aid stations will be hosted by non-profit organizations of the Mad River Valley at least every two miles where there is a great location to take care of you. Water and fluid replacement will be available at each station with energy gels at key positions.
Pacers
Runners are not to push baby carriages/strollers or have dogs along the course. Radios, headphones, earbuds and other electronic devices are discouraged for safety reasons. It is important to the race organizers that you are aware of your surroundings and all possible distractions along the course. NOTE: NO RUNNER SUPPORT VEHICLES ALLOWED ON THE COURSE – IF THIS HAPPENS THE RUNNER WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.
What does it cost?
| Marathon | from 75.00 EUR – 165.00 EUR |
|---|---|
| Until Jul 11, 2027 | 75.00 EUR |
| Jul 12, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027 | 165.00 EUR |
| Half Marathon | from 75.00 EUR – 125.00 EUR |
| Until Jul 11, 2027 | 75.00 EUR |
| Jul 12, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027 | 125.00 EUR |
| 10K | from 60.00 EUR – 80.00 EUR |
| Until Jul 11, 2027 | 60.00 EUR |
| Jul 12, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027 | 80.00 EUR |
| 5K | 60.00 USD |
Entry fees often rise as earlier signup batches sell out or registration windows close.
What's included in entry
- Race packets, chips and race bags
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Getting there
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Results
Official finisher lists are published by the race organiser.
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When is the Mad Marathon scheduled?
The Mad Marathon is scheduled for July 11, 2027.
What is the course length for the Mad Marathon?
The Mad Marathon course is 42.195 km (26.2 miles).
Are there any age categories for awards?
Yes, awards will be given for the Top 3 men and women in age categories: 16–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80+.
What is the start time for the Mad Marathon?
The Mad Marathon starts at 08:00.
What is the typical race day weather?
Summers in the Mad River Valley are cool and breezy with temperatures ranging between the mid seventies to mid-eighties.
Last updated: Oct 11, 2026, 07:25:47 PM
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