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- Marathon
- Half
Rehoboth Seashore
Rehoboth Seashore Marathon
More than 2,000 runners cross the finish line each year in both races combined at Delaware’s Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon & Half…
Next edition
2026 · 5 Dec 2026
Where
🇺🇸 Rehoboth Beach, United States of America
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About
The race
More than 2,000 runners cross the finish line each year in both races combined at Delaware’s Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon & Half Marathon, which marks just the 6th time the event featured an individual half marathon after the previous years’ running. The out-and-back course for the race starts and finishes along the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, a real wooden boardwalk that spans multiple city blocks and features shop after eclectic shop along the beach. The area’s charm helped the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk earn Reader’s Digest Magazine’s “Best of America” designation in 2006, as well as being named as one of the nation’s best places to retire by AARP in the same year. As you might expect with a smaller size field of runners, this is a smaller race without the huge crowds and plentiful amenities that races in larger cities have, so bring along your own energy gel packets with you for the race. However, runners who’ve taken part in the race report that it has a very friendly atmosphere, and also offers gorgeous scenery along the trail.
Location
Rehoboth Beach, United States of America
North America · typically 5°C (41°F) on race day
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Pro tips
Racing it
- 01
Cold Race Day
Typical race day temperature is 4.9°C. Wear layers you can remove and keep your hands and ears covered.
From the temperature
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Out-and-Back on the Boardwalk
The course starts and finishes along the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, so you'll see the wooden boards at the start and again for the finish.
From the description
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Bring Your Own Gels
This smaller race doesn't have plentiful amenities, so pack your own energy gel packets for the course.
From the description
- 04
Enjoy the Scenery
Runners report a friendly atmosphere and gorgeous scenery along the trail. Use it to stay relaxed and motivated.
From the description
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Boardwalk Landmarks
The boardwalk spans multiple city blocks with shop after eclectic shop. Use these shops as landmarks to gauge your progress.
From the description
In Rehoboth Beach
Walkable Town
Rehoboth Beach is compact and walkable, especially around the boardwalk and Rehoboth Avenue. On race day, leave the car behind and walk to the start.
Boardwalk Viewing
Spectators can see runners best from the boardwalk, which is the heart of the town. Rehoboth Avenue also offers spots to cheer.
Quiet Recovery
After the race, stroll the beach or visit Cape Henlopen State Park to stretch out. The off-season calm makes for a peaceful recovery.
Written by AI from the course data and the race's description; city tips are general knowledge. Check race-day details with the organizer.
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Getting in
First come, first served
Registration opens 1/4/26 via RunSignup
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Entries are drawn at random from everyone who applies.
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4 Jan 2026, 03:00
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