Portland Marathon by OHSU
The People's Marathon Through the City of Roses.
Race day
4
Oct 2026
The People's Marathon Through the City of Roses.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 4 October 2026Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Start time | 06:00 local (America/Los Angeles)Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · Kids' RunCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Location | Portland, Oregon, United StatesCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Start area | Tom McCall Waterfront Park, 1000 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204Confirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Entry price | $149–$159Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · USATF certifiedCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 54 mCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Field size | About 3,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Organizer | Brooksee LLCCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Official website | portlandmarathon.comOrganizer · 16 Jun 2026 | Organizer | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 16 Jun 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 16 Jun 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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A fast, flat USATF-sanctioned marathon through Portland's scenic waterfront and neighborhoods with views of Mt. Hood.
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Portland Marathon by OHSU belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, Kids' Run options around Portland, Oregon, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
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Portland Marathon by OHSU should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Portland, Oregon, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Portland Marathon by OHSU is currently listed for October 4, 2026, which makes the October planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
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- Course Fit
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- Entry Readiness
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