Baltimore Running Festival Marathon
Baltimore, United States of America · Sunday 8 August 2027
Baltimore Running Festival Marathon is the flagship event of the Baltimore Running Festival, held annually in mid-October. The race features a full marathon, half marathon, 5K, and team relay, making it accessible to runners of all levels. The course starts at Camden Yards and finishes at the Inner Harbor, passing through diverse neighborhoods like Federal Hill, Fells Point, and Canton. Runners also enjoy scenic views of Patterson Park and Lake Montebello.
Difficulty Calculator
h
:m
:s
Adjusted Time
4:31:24
Time difference: +31.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain297m
Elevation High105m
Elevation Low0m
Weather Forecast
High34°C
Low23°C
Chance of Rain16%
How hard is Baltimore Running Festival Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 82% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Baltimore Running Festival Marathon plays about 29 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #206 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #122 of 576 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 Baltimore Running Festival 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 Baltimore Running Festival Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:17:37 | +17:37 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:54:13 | +24:13 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:31:24 | +31:24 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:09:06 | +39:06 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:47:19 | +47:19 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:26:00 | +56:00 |
| 6:00:00 | 7:05:09 | +1:05:09 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Baltimore Running Festival Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Baltimore Running Festival Marathon is a full marathon held in Baltimore, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 8 August 2027. The course is run on road surface with 297m of total climbing, with its high point near 105m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Baltimore Running Festival Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 297m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for August, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 23°C and 34°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 (16%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Baltimore Running Festival 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Baltimore Running Festival Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
Marathons of similar difficulty
If Baltimore Running Festival Marathon fits your goal, these courses play out about the same on our difficulty model.
Other Marathons in United States of America
Run Crazy Horse
Crazy Horse Memorial, United States of America
Road216m gainOct 2026
Whiskey Row Marathon
Prescott, United States of America
Road0m gainOct 2026
Hartford Marathon
Hartford, United States of America
Trail230m gainOct 2026
Rogue Marathon
Medford, United States of America
Road168m gainOct 2026
Holloman Ace of Races Marathon
Alamogordo, United States of America
Road104m gainOct 2026
Des Plaines River Trail Marathon
Libertyville, United States of America
Trail144m gainOct 2026