Galveston Marathon & Half Marathon

Galveston Marathon & Half Marathon

Race Date

Feb 21, 2027

Location

Galveston, TX

The Experience

Join us for the 2027 Galveston Marathon Weekend, where runners, walkers, and adaptive athletes of all levels can challenge themselves along the stunning Gulf Coast. Set against the backdrop of Galveston’s scenic waterfront, this event features a Boston-Qualifying Marathon course, Half Marathon, and an inclusive 5K for all participants. The Marathon & Half Marathon course takes you through Beach Town and through East Beach, stretching along the iconic Galveston Seawall, offering breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. This flat, fast course provides the perfect opportunity to chase a personal best or secure your spot at the Boston Marathon—ideal for both seasoned marathoners and those aiming for a new challenge. At the Galveston Marathon Weekend, we are proud to host wheelchair, handcycle, and other adaptive athlete-friendly events. We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for athletes of all abilities, and our courses are designed to be accessible to everyone. Registration includes a commemorative technical shirt (long sleeve for Full and Half Marathon; short sleeve for 5K), finisher medal for all events, food, and friends at the post race party.

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, February 21, 2027

Start Time

7:30 AM

Giveaway

Long Sleeve Tech Shirt

Start Location

515 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77550

Directions

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2 Miles3.1 Miles13.1 Miles

USATF Certified Course

TX22002JH · Expires 2032 · Galveston Half Marathon

Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.

View USATF Course Map (PDF)

Historical Performance

Median Finish

2:19:17

10:38/mi

Winning Time

1:08:45

5:15/mi

Finishers (2026)

642

States Represented

30 / 50

Gender Split

48% Female52% Male

Finish Time Distribution

1:055:55

FASTER 25%

2:00:39

MEDIAN

2:19:17

SLOWER 25%

2:41:08

Average runner age: 36

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

52°

Afternoon (High)

61°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.2"

Precipitation

20 mph

Wind

82%

Humidity

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