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Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon
Race Details:
- Location: Rehoboth Beach, DE, USA
- Race Date: 04/11/2027
- Race Distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon
What This Race Counts Toward:
Boston: Yes
World Marathon Majors: Yes
Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon Description
The Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon starts and finishes on the iconic Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk each spring, looping runners through quiet coastal neighborhoods, Gordons Pond Wildlife Area, Cape Henlopen State Park, and historic Lewes before returning via the Junction & Breakwater Trail. The mostly flat, Boston-qualifying course takes in some of coastal Delaware’s most scenic landmarks with minimal elevation change throughout. Pace groups help runners dial in a goal time, and the boardwalk finish makes for a memorable, beach-town celebration after 26.2 miles well earned.
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Coastal Delaware Running Festival Marathon Additional Details:
The after-party here might outshine the race itself: local favorite Grotto Pizza hosts finishers with an endless buffet, beer included, a boardwalk tradition that regulars talk about as much as the course. The free Finish Line Celebration adds live entertainment and its own food and beer on top of that, so there’s really two parties waiting at the end of 26.2 miles. Every entry also supports the Delaware Seashore Preservation Foundation and other local conservation efforts, tying the race directly to the coastline it runs through. Since the full loop touches Gordons Pond Wildlife Area and Cape Henlopen’s historic Fort Miles before finishing back on the boardwalk, runners get a genuine tour of the Delaware shore’s protected lands, not just its beach towns.
Course Information
Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Loop
Surface: Road/Pavement
Pace Groups: Yes
Time Limit: 6 hours 45 minutes
# of Finishers
Half Marathon: 1,000 to 1,300
Marathon: 700 to 800
Elevation Details
Elevation Gain: 272 ft
Elevation Loss: 272 ft
Average Temperature
- Low: 49°F
- High: 62°F
Train Smarter for Race Day
A great race starts long before the starting line. Whether you’re chasing your first finish or hunting a new PR, a structured training plan takes the guesswork out of race prep — building your fitness, your confidence, and your mileage at the right pace for you.
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Things to Do in Rehoboth Beach, DE, USA
Make the most of race weekend — here’s how to fill the time before and after you cross the finish line.
Landmark
Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
Walk the mile-long Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, with a bandstand for summertime concerts and classic seaside entertainment — an easy, flat, low-impact stop after race weekend.
Arts & Culture
Rehoboth Beach Galleries
Browse more than 30 galleries showcasing art inspired by the area’s natural beauty throughout Rehoboth Beach — a relaxed, low-impact walking stop after race day.
Sports & Entertainment
Funland
Ride classic boardwalk rides at Funland, a Rehoboth Beach tradition for generations of families — a relaxed, low-impact way to spend an afternoon after race day.
Scenic Drives & Viewpoints
Cape Henlopen State Park
Explore the dunes and shoreline of Cape Henlopen State Park, with trails suited for birdwatching and biking — a relaxed, flat way to spend a rest day.
Museums & History
Rehoboth Beach Museum
Learn the history and culture of Rehoboth Beach at its small museum, featuring interactive exhibits and historical artifacts — an easy, indoor, low-impact stop after race day.
Shopping
Tanger Outlets
Browse tax-free shopping at the outlet stores just outside Rehoboth Beach — an easy, flat stroll for a post-race souvenir after race weekend.
Outdoors & Trails
Junction & Breakwater Trail
Bike or walk the Junction & Breakwater Trail, a scenic rail-trail connecting Rehoboth Beach and Lewes — an easy option for tapering or recovering legs.
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