Coastal Delaware Running Festival
Coastal Delaware Running Festival offers a flat, fast course along scenic state parks and beaches.
Race Date
Apr 10, 2027
Location
Rehoboth Beach, DE
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 10, 2027
- Location
- Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 9K, 5K, 5.59 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 6,426
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Coastal Delaware Running Festival, first run in 2020 and now in its 6th year, draws participants from across approximately 42 states. This event is designed for speed, with its flat and fast certified courses, including the half marathon, offering a prime opportunity for personal bests. Runners will experience the beauty of coastal Delaware, with a start and finish right on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk.
The route winds through scenic Delaware State Park paths and past historic Lewes, providing a picturesque backdrop for the race. While the median field size is around 1437 finishers, the event is growing and offers a welcoming atmosphere. The festival concludes with a lively finish line celebration, complete with complimentary beer, food, and music, all while supporting local charities like the Delaware Seashore Preservation Foundation.
Race-provided description
The Coastal Delaware Running Festival April 10-11, 2027 will consist of a 5k on Saturday and on Sunday, a 9K, Half Marathon & a Full Marathon (Boston Qualifier). All four courses are flat and fast and take in the most beautiful landmarks of coastal Delaware, including a Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk start and finish, numerous Delaware State Park paths and landmarks, historic Lewes, DE and more. Finishing Line Celebration with plenty of complimentary beer, food, music and cheer! Proceeds to benefit the Delaware Seashore Preservation Foundation and other local charities. Register Today
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Start Time
7:40 AM
Giveaway
Half Marathon Shirt
Start Location
Rehoboth Ave & Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal, Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
DE18002LMB · Coastal Delaware Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite826 years running
~1,437 finishers a year
growing or steady
17% returning runners
USATF certified · 3 timing sources
runners from 42 states
winner 1:17:20
typical high 62°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
62°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
15 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 6,426 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
6,426
Median time
2:11:39
Latest turnout
1,432
States
49
Turnout by year
2020–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Coastal Delaware Running Festival?
The Coastal Delaware Running Festival is held on Saturday, April 10, 2027, starting at 7:40 AM.
Where does the Coastal Delaware Running Festival take place?
It takes place in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
What distances does the Coastal Delaware Running Festival offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 9K, 5K, 5.59 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Coastal Delaware Running Festival course flat and good for a PR?
The Coastal Delaware Running Festival is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Coastal Delaware Running Festival?
HalfRuns has finish records for 6,426 runners who have completed the Coastal Delaware Running Festival.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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