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Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle

Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle

Bound for Boston Half Marathon offers a flat, fast loop designed for PRs and Boston Qualifier attempts.

Race Date

Jun 14, 2026

Location

Olympia, WA

Quick facts

Date
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Location
Olympia, Washington
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
21

Highlights

Good For

BQ RelevantPR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Low KeyLocal CommunitySpectator SupportGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon in Olympia, WA, is crafted for runners chasing personal bests and Boston Marathon qualifying times. This intentionally small, focused event, capped at 75 participants, offers a unique opportunity for serious runners to execute their perfect race.

The course is a 1-mile loop around Olympia High School, described as super flat and super fast, making it ideal for consistent pacing and record-setting performances. The USATF-certified full marathon course is a Boston Qualifier, and the half marathon shares this fast, forgiving profile. Runners can personalize their race strategy with flexible support, including the option to place their own aid on tables during each loop. Spectators are encouraged to join the motivation, creating a supportive atmosphere for dedicated athletes.

This event provides a great race shirt and finisher medals, with awards presented in standard 5-year age groups. It’s a race designed for those who value a fast, certified course and tailored support in pursuit of their running goals.

Race-provided description

Have you been dreaming of running the Boston Marathon? Need to shave a few minutes off your qualifying time? Or maybe you're just looking for the perfect course to set a new PR? Whether Boston is your goal or not, the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon is for you. We are racing around Olympia High School and the course features a 1-mile, super flat and super fast loop, making it ideal for consistent pacing and record-setting performances. The Full Marathon is USATF certified, making it a Boston Qualifier. This event is uniquely designed for serious runners. We will have water and an electrolyte drink at the aid table. Participants are welcome to bring their own personalized aid to place on the aid tables, allowing you to grab exactly what you need each time you pass. Many runners even bring a cheer crew to help hand out fuel and keep the motivation high throughout the race. To maintain the best possible experience, this is intentionally a small, focused event, capped at just 75 participants. We will have a great race shirt and finisher medals for all participants. Awards for both distances are in the usual 5-year age groups. Fast course, flexible support, and a chance to chase your goals—this is the race that lets you run your perfect day.

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, June 14, 2026

Start Time

10:30 AM

Giveaway

Awesome Race Shirt

Start Location

Olympia High School, Olympia, WA, 98501

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2 Miles13.1 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size5/15

~11.5 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

13% returning runners

Course & details8/15

4 timing sources · 3 photos

National draw4/10

runners from 5 states

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:31:37

Weather5/10

typical high 67°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

49°

Afternoon (High)

67°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

75%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 21 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

21

Median time

2:25:09

Latest turnout

16

States

5

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:30p50 median ≈ 2:253:25

Turnout by year

20242025

'24'25
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Race Photos

About the Organizer

Frequently asked

When is the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle?

The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle is held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, starting at 10:30 AM.

Where does the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle take place?

It takes place in Olympia, Washington.

What distances does the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles.

Is the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle course flat and good for a PR?

The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle?

HalfRuns has finish records for 21 runners who have completed the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle.

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