Baystate Marathon
Description
- Location: Lowell, MA, USA
- Race Date: 10/19/2025
- Race Distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon
The Baystate Marathon is a popular fall race held in Lowell, Massachusetts, renowned for its fast, flat course and reputation as a prime Boston Marathon qualifier. Typically taking place in October, the marathon follows a scenic double-loop route along the Merrimack River, providing runners with a mix of picturesque views and smooth, manageable terrain.
The course is primarily flat with only a few gentle hills, making it ideal for runners aiming to achieve personal bests or qualify for Boston. Its well-organized structure, supportive volunteers, and fully stocked aid stations ensure a seamless race experience from start to finish. Runners appreciate the race’s no-frills, runner-focused atmosphere, which emphasizes performance and efficiency over entertainment.
Though the Baystate Marathon has a smaller and more intimate feel compared to large urban races, it attracts a dedicated group of competitive runners seeking fast times. The cooler October weather provides optimal conditions, and the race offers both a marathon and a half marathon, catering to athletes of varying levels.
With its reputation as a “runner’s race,” the Baystate Marathon offers a perfect combination of speed, scenery, and a well-supported, community-driven experience that keeps participants coming back year after year.
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Average Temperature
- Low: 42°F
- High: 57°F
# of Finishers
900+ Half Marathon
900+ Marathon