Cleveland Marathon running and walking divisions marathonRunning and walking divisions Features USA Track and Field course certified Boston Qualifier 14 Water stations along course University Hospitals aid station at every water station Awards for 1st place in age group Hydration along course *Minimum age requirement - 16 date Sunday, May 18, 2025 time Marathon start (runners and walkers): 7:00 am Benefits All participants will receive a short-sleeved participant T-shirt in men's/women's cut, goody bag, finisher's medal, food and refreshments plus one FREE BEER at the 26.3 Mile After Party presented by Fat Head’s Brewery! (21 and over only). start & Finish location St. Clair Avenue Northest at Mall B full marathon course Full Marathon Route (PDF) Full Marathon Turn by Turns Full Marathon Route (Link) PLEASE NOTE: GPS measurements are not reflecting the accurate distances. All routes will be certified to the exact distance you will be running/walking. The elevation follows the ground so bridges will show LARGE false elevations. May be subject to minor changes (construction, etc). Full Marathon Turn-by-Turns and Pace Chart Turn-by-turns and Pace Chart Elevation Full Marathon Elevation Post Race amenities and after party Participants: Once you exit the runner services finish corral, you will enter Mall B and find Finish Line Engravers, charity village, gear check, challenge medal pick-up, the PR Bell by Yoked Jerky, Cleveland Water buggy, official merchandise sales, beer garden and more! PDF Map to View/Print Water Stations PLEASE NOTE: The PDF map reflects an extra water station shown between #7 and #8. There is no water/aid station between #7 (Carnegie and Ontario) and #8 (Detroit and W. 25th). Please disregard. The locations below are CORRECT. *There will be a University Hospitals first aid station at each water stop *Gu Energy gel in Salted Caramel, Vanilla Bean, Chocolate Outrage and Tri Berry will be at various locations along the route. #4, #9 and #12 course time limits Due to city limitations, please be advised that runners must keep a 16 min/mile - 7-hour pace to maintain open access to the marathon course. For runner safety and to adhere to street closure ordinances worked out with communities along the course route, participants who fall behind this pace who wish to finish will be required to move to the sidewalks, where available. The finish line will remain open and be staffed beyond the 7-hour mark to allow for these participants to complete their race experience. Cut Off Times and Locations #1 (Mile 9.2) @ 9:40am - W 14th St and Clark Ave - Runners must be on the SIDEWALK going north until Starkweather #2 (Mile 13.0) @ 10:40am - Superior and Huron/W 9th - Half Full Split - All runners must do Half #3 (Mile 19.1) @ 12:15pm - Detroit Ave & W 49th St - Prevent from continuing WB on Detroit. Must enter Shoreway #4 (Mile 21.2) @12:45pm - West Blvd & Shoreway Exit outbound - Prevent from doing Loop. Must return Eastbound Packet Pick-up/Expo The Cleveland Marathon Health and Fitness Expo presented by University Hospitals is a free two-day event open to the public where participants will need to pick up their bibs and other race items. The expo features race information, sponsors, screenings, apparel and other vendors, plus much more! is open to the public and FREE, so be sure to invite friends and family to attend. Location, Dates and Times Location: Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland300 Lakeside Ave E, Hall A, Cleveland, OH 44113 Dates/Times: Friday, May 16, 2025 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Saturday, May 17, 2025 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Important: Please have your Race Roster confirmation page including QR code ready via phone or print-out (see image below). Can't find your confirmation email? You can access the confirmation page by logging into your Race Roster dashboard and clicking on your "Confirmation number" link at the top - see below. PLEASE NOTE: There are no preassigned bib numbers. When you arrive at the Expo, go to the packet pick-up area and find your race distance (marathon, 10K, etc). When you check in, you will be assigned and receive your bib. Shirts will be in a separate area so you will need your bib first. You may pick up for someone else but should have either their confirmation QR code or valid ID. gear check IMPORTANT: GEAR CHECK INSTRUCTIONS If you are using gear check, please read carefully: 1. Approved Bag FOR SECURITY REASONS, you MUST use the clear bag provided at the expo — NO EXCEPTIONS. Extra clear bags will be available when you pick up your bib if needed. 2. Preparing Your Bag On race day, please have your bag fully prepared before approaching the gear check tent according to your distance and bib number range. Gear check will be located at Mall B, off St. Clair Avenue, near the start and finish lines. 3. Labeling Your Bag ALL bags MUST be labeled with: The pull tab from your race bib A label with your bib number clearly written 4. Items NOT Allowed Personal backpacks, duffel bags, or any non-clear bags are NOT permitted. These items must be left with a family member or secured in your vehicle. overall and Age Group Awards (Running Division) 1) The top 3 male, female, and non-binary OVERALL FINISHERS will receive an award that will be mailed out after the event. 2) The first place male and female finisher in each age group will receive an award that will be mailed out after the event. -Age Groups: 16 - 19 20 - 24 25 - 29 30 - 34 35 - 39 40 - 44 45 - 49 50 - 54 55 - 59 60 - 64 65 - 69 70 - 74 75 - 79 80 - 84 85+ Awards (Walking Division) 1) The top three male and female OVERALL FINISHERS in the Marathon Walking Division will receive an award that will be mailed out after the event. In order to compete in the walking division, you will be expected to walk the entire distance; completion of the course is on the honor system. If you win an award and did not walk the entire route, you will be expected to inform the race officials in order to move you into the Marathon Running Division. Prize Money There is no prize money in 2025 Top