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The Kiawah Island Marathon, Kiawah Island

Road runs · 42.2 km · United States

The Kiawah Island Marathon

Kiawah Island · Sat, Dec 12, 202645d08h19m

  • Island
  • Road

The Kiawah Island Marathon offers runners a scenic 26.2 mile course through the beautiful island community, with stunning views of maritime forests, marshes, and grand homes.

Race month

December · 49°–61°

Surface

asphalt

Distances

42.2k, 21.1k

Distances

  • Running

    Marathon

    42.2 km

    from 65.00 EUR – 75.00 EUR

    • Until Nov 30, 202665.00 EUR
    • From Dec 1, 202675.00 EUR
  • Running

    Half Marathon

    21.1 km

    from 55.00 EUR – 65.00 EUR

    • Until Nov 30, 202655.00 EUR
    • From Dec 1, 202665.00 EUR

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Your finish time

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6:00

min / km

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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

Estimates only · form, weather, and hills can change the result.

Course & climate

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What to expect

What makes this race distinct — for training and race day.

The Kiawah Island Marathon offers runners a scenic 26.2 mile course through the beautiful island community, with stunning views of maritime forests, marshes, and grand homes.

  • Catering & aid stations

    Aid stations are placed every 2 to 3 miles throughout the course. Each aid stations is supplied with water and Gatorade. Volunteers will present water first and Gatorade second. Volunteers serving Powerade will be wearing yellow jerseys for easy recognition.

  • Pacers

    There will be 15 pace groups. Nine pacers will lead the full marathon with finish goals ranging from 3:25 to 5:00 hours. Six pacers will lead the half marathon with finish goals ranging from 1:45 to 3:00 hours. Beginning at 7:30am, Pacers will be lined up holding their pace sign. Even if you are not running with a pacer, we ask that everyone line up according to their PACE. Beast Pacing is our pacing partner. Beast Pacing provides pacers for events across the United States and abroad. Their pacers are professional, and have FUN helping other runners reach their goals.

What does it cost?

Marathonfrom 65.00 EUR – 75.00 EUR
Until Nov 30, 202665.00 EUR
From Dec 1, 202675.00 EUR
Half Marathonfrom 55.00 EUR – 65.00 EUR
Until Nov 30, 202655.00 EUR
From Dec 1, 202665.00 EUR

Entry fees often rise as earlier signup batches sell out or registration windows close.

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Getting there

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Results

Official finisher lists are published by the race organiser.

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FAQ

What is the course limit?

The course limit is 6.5 hours.

What is the age requirement for the half marathon?

Participants must be 14 years of age on race day.

What is the age requirement for the full marathon?

Participants must be 18 years old to run the full marathon.

Can I defer my registration?

Yes, race entrees may be deferred for one year.

Are there any prohibited items on the race course?

Yes, prohibited items include large bags, attire or costumes covering the full face, non-forming bulky outfits, props, non-running equipment, pets/animals (except service dogs), alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, chairs, weapons, remote-controlled aircrafts and drones.

Last updated: Oct 12, 2026, 09:13:57 PM

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