St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon
Easton, United States of America · Sunday 15 November 2026
The St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon takes place annually in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley, with the event scheduled for November 9, 2025. The marathon starts in downtown Allentown and finishes in downtown Easton at the meeting point of the Delaware and Lehigh rivers. The race format includes four distinct events: - A full marathon starting in downtown Allentown at 8:00 a.m.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
3:54:43
Time difference: -5.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain111m
Elevation High112m
Elevation Low53m
Weather Forecast
High16°C
Low7°C
Chance of Rain31%
How hard is St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon?
Easyharder than 15% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon plays about even with an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #977 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #464 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 St. Lukes D and L RaceFest 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 St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:54:53 | −05:07 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:24:48 | −05:12 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:54:43 | −05:17 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:24:39 | −05:21 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:54:34 | −05:26 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:24:29 | −05:31 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:54:24 | −05:36 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon is a full marathon held in Easton, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 15 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 111m of total climbing, with its high point near 112m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 111m 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 November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 7°C to 16°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a moderate chance of rain (31%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Surface Type: Road
St. Lukes D and L RaceFest 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 St. Lukes D and L RaceFest Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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