Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon
Northwest Washington, United States of America · Saturday 5 September 2026
Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon is a memorial race held in honor of the victims of the September 11, 2001, attacks and Ethiopian runner Abebe Bikila, who won the Olympic marathon in 1960. The event features a full marathon and half marathon, with a maximum of 350 participants. The race includes a memorial bell rung 184 times before the start, adding a poignant element to the event. This marathon is not just a race but a tribute to resilience and peace.
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Adjusted Time
4:05:42
Time difference: +5.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain67m
Elevation High35m
Elevation Low11m
Weather Forecast
High27°C
Low18°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon?
Difficultharder than 64% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon plays about 9 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #415 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #211 of 575 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:02:18 | +02:18 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:33:57 | +03:57 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:05:42 | +05:42 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:37:32 | +07:32 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:09:27 | +09:27 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:41:27 | +11:27 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:13:32 | +13:32 |
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Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon is a full marathon held in Northwest Washington, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 5 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 67m of total climbing, with its high point near 35m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 67m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 18°C and 27°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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