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Rehoboth Beach Marathon
Race Details:
- Location: Rehoboth Beach, DE, USA
- Race Date: 12/05/2026
- Race Distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon
What This Race Counts Toward:
Boston: Yes
World Marathon Majors: No
Rehoboth Beach Marathon Description
The Rehoboth Beach Marathon starts and finishes near the boardwalk each December, tracing a mostly flat course through Rehoboth Beach’s quaint streets and neighboring communities, plus scenic stretches through Cape Henlopen State Park and the Junction & Breakwater Trail. Paved roads, tree-lined residential blocks, and packed-dirt trail combine for a varied late-season route. Holiday decorations and small-town hospitality give this coastal Delaware race a distinctly festive character.
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Rehoboth Beach Marathon Additional Details:
Aid stations appear roughly every two miles with water and sports drink, and a few even stock gels and pickle juice for runners who want an extra edge. Unofficial support adds its own charm: a candy stop run by locals and a Dairy Queen handing out mini ice creams around mile 10. Finishers collect a medal designed around an anchor and life-preserver theme, along with a heat blanket at the line. The real finish-line reward, though, is the buffet: a hot-food spread paired with an after-party pouring proper Dogfish Head beer, turning a chilly December finish into one of the coast’s best post-race celebrations.
Course Information
Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement
Pace Groups: Yes
Time Limit: 7 hours
# of Finishers
Half Marathon: 1,500 to 1,800
Marathon: 800 to 1,000
Elevation Details
Elevation Gain: 272 ft (83 m)
Elevation Loss: 272 ft (83 m)
Average Temperature
- Low: 37°F
- High: 51°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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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