THE EAU CLAIRE MARATHON
Wisconsin’s Premier Spring Race
APRIL 26-27, 2025
Saturday, April 26, 2025
3:30 PM - Kids’ Obstacle Run
5:00 PM - 10K Charity Classic presented by Royal Credit Union
6:30 PM - 5K
Sunday, April 27, 2025
7:00 AM - Boston Qualifying Marathon
7:05 AM - Four Person Marathon Relay
8:30 AM - Half Marathon
The Eau Claire Marathon is the Biggest Small Town Race in the U.S.
What does that mean? You get the energy, professionalism, organization, and swag of a big city race with the charm, community, local flair and ease of a small-town race. With over 5,000 participants race weekend, we pride ourselves on having local sponsors, a locally owned race, and hundreds of local volunteers and committee members. Located just 90 miles from the Twin Cities, Eau Claire Marathon is an accessible destination race for anyone looking to cross Wisconsin off their race list or make a short trip from MSP airport. With nearly every race distance available throughout race weekend (5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon relay, and a very popular Boston qualifying full marathon), there is an event for everyone. We're a family-friendly event - bring the kids and parents and stay in one of our local hotels after participating in our kids’ obstacle run. The Eau Claire Marathon course highlights the beauty of Eau Claire’s trails, bike paths, rivers and lakes, and numerous bridges. Year after year, a participant highlight is running through the Blugold Mile – a tunnel of cheer, fun and music on UW-Eau Claire’s campus one mile from the finish. We are a city of music and arts. Enjoy pop up concerts, local musical groups, and other performers throughout the course. With new swag, quality finisher medals, and a different t-shirt color every year, the Eau Claire Marathon is worth the hype. Rated one of the top half marathon in the USA and Best Marathon in Wisconsin, the past participant reviews speak for themselves!
The Eau Claire Marathon is proud to announce Royal Credit Union as title sponsor of the Eau Claire Marathon race weekend.
In addition, the Charity Classic 10K race previously featured at the RCU Foundation’s Rock the Riverfront event will transition to the Eau Claire Marathon weekend of events and will be called the Eau Claire Marathon Charity Classic 10K presented by Royal Credit Union. The RCU Foundation has pledged $15,000 to area non-profit organizations which will be selected on a rotating annual basis to benefit from the event.
By combining our 10K events, we’ll highlight RCU’s long standing commitment to charity, enabling us to give back more than ever before. This collaboration will also showcase the best of Eau Claire, benefiting both the city and our vibrant community.
Join us for an unforgettable 4th of July experience! Bring your friends and family and don’t forget to wear your red, white & blue to celebrate freedom, community, and the spirit of America!
This event will also feature a quarter mile Kids’ fun run!
More details to come!
2023 - We WON best Marathon in Wisconsin!
2024 - We WON best Half Marathon in Wisconsin!
RaceRaves has crowned the Eau Claire Half Marathon the best half marathon in Wisconsin for 2024. Thank you to all our incredible runners for your votes and support, and we hope you’ll join us in 2025 as we look forward to hosting another first-class event!
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A family-friendly, beautiful course that supports the Eau Claire community.
The Eau Claire Marathon is one of the most popular Boston Qualifiers in the Midwest!
An Inside Look
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