Vermont City Marathon

Burlington, United States of America 24 May, 2026

The Vermont City Marathon is an annual road race held in Burlington, Vermont, typically on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend. The course is a double loop, each approximately 13.1 miles, starting and finishing at Waterfront Park along the shore of Lake Champlain. Much of the route follows scenic locations, including the Church Street Marketplace, the Burlington Bike Path, and several city parks, providing extensive views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains.

The course is primarily flat, classified as fast, with rolling sections. The most significant elevation change occurs between miles 6.0-7.1 and again at 19.1-20.2, with each ascent gaining about 120 feet. These hills are relatively gradual and are followed by flatter segments. Due to the layout and modest elevation profile, the event is frequently cited as conducive to fast times and higher rates of personal bests compared to marathons of similar size. The surface is entirely paved.

As a USATF certified and sanctioned event, the marathon serves as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Weather during race day in late May is variable but typically mild, with average highs around 71°F (21°C) and lows near 48°F (8°C).

Notable aspects include its inclusion of relay options for teams of two to five participants, a feature that began with this event and has since been adopted elsewhere. The marathon has been held annually since 1989, with exceptions, such as the 2020 cancellation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Participant numbers commonly exceed 1,800 for the marathon, with additional runners in relay and other associated events.

Key facts include the men’s and women’s course records: 2:17:03 (men, 2001) and 2:33:40 (women, 2023). The event is a significant community occasion, recognized as the largest single-day sporting event in Vermont, and is known for its energetic atmosphere and local support throughout the course.

Generic Marathon Time This represents the time you would expect to run a "generic" marathon in. This is a marathon with around 250 m (800 ft) of elevation gain and a temperature around 10°C (50°F). For best results, use our Race Predictor.

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Vermont City Marathon Time


Statistics

Elevation
Elevation Gain 255 m 837 ft
Elevation Low 30 m 98 ft
Elevation High 71 m 233 ft
Weather
Expected Temperature (Low) 12°C 53°F
Expected Temperature (High) 25°C 78°F
Chance of Rain 16%

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The Vermont City Marathon is an annual road race held in Burlington, Vermont, typically on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend. The course is a double loop, each approximately 13.1 miles, starting and finishing at Waterfront Park along the shore of Lake Champlain. Much of the route follows scenic locations, including the Church Street Marketplace, the Burlington Bike Path, and several city parks, providing extensive views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains.

The course is primarily flat, classified as fast, with rolling sections. The most significant elevation change occurs between miles 6.0-7.1 and again at 19.1-20.2, with each ascent gaining about 120 feet. These hills are relatively gradual and are followed by flatter segments. Due to the layout and modest elevation profile, the event is frequently cited as conducive to fast times and higher rates of personal bests compared to marathons of similar size. The surface is entirely paved.

As a USATF certified and sanctioned event, the marathon serves as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Weather during race day in late May is variable but typically mild, with average highs around 71°F (21°C) and lows near 48°F (8°C).

Notable aspects include its inclusion of relay options for teams of two to five participants, a feature that began with this event and has since been adopted elsewhere. The marathon has been held annually since 1989, with exceptions, such as the 2020 cancellation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Participant numbers commonly exceed 1,800 for the marathon, with additional runners in relay and other associated events.

Key facts include the men’s and women’s course records: 2:17:03 (men, 2001) and 2:33:40 (women, 2023). The event is a significant community occasion, recognized as the largest single-day sporting event in Vermont, and is known for its energetic atmosphere and local support throughout the course.

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