St. George Marathon 2024 in Utah

The St. George Marathon is rated among the top ten most scenic and fastest marathons by Runner's World. It is also the 13th largest marathon in the United States. The race is held annually on the first Saturday in October.

Route & Schedule

The St. George Marathon begins in the picturesque Pine Valley Mountains at an altitude of 1,598 meters and descends 792 meters through the stunning scenery of southwest Utah, finishing at Worthen Park. Runners can take in the breathtaking white, pink, and red sandstone formations, along with dark basalt, as they pass through Snow Canyon State Park. The race starts at 7 am, with the awards ceremony scheduled for 11 am.

Registration

Registration for the St. George Marathon and Half Marathon opens in early spring. It remains available until the end of June or until the maximum number of runners is reached typically 7,400. Both the marathon and half marathon are now sold out for 2024. To secure a spot, consider donating to one of our partnered charities. Alternatively, every Thursday at 11:00 am MDT, any available spots from deferrals or cancellations will be released. The fee is $140 for the marathon and $130 for the half marathon.

Other Events

St. George 5K (October 4, 2024)

Participants are invited to the St. George 5K on October 4 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Dixie Convention Center. This event offers a chance to join the festivities without the need to run the full 26.2 miles. Those who complete both the 5K and either the Marathon or Half Marathon will earn the special Desert Double medal. Following the race, attendees can enjoy the Party in the Park, which runs until 8 pm. This family-friendly event features music, dancing, prizes, bounce houses, and more. The fee for participating in the 5K is $65.

Mayor's Walk (October 5, 2024)

The 38th Annual Mayor's Walk, hosted by the St. George Exchange Club, invites everyone to participate in a memorable part of the St. George Marathon experience. Join Mayor Michele Randall, along with business associates, schoolmates, friends, and family, for a scenic walk to the finish line. The walk will commence on Saturday at 7 am from the parking lot of the Washington County School District office. Participants will head east on Tabernacle, proceed to Main Street, continue down to 300 South, and cross the finish line at Vernon Worthen Park (350 E 300 S). The fee for the Mayor's Walk is $15.

Fun Run Walk N' Roll (October 4, 2024)

The Fun Run Walk N' Roll is set for October 4 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm at the Dixie Convention Center. The event features two divisions: the Kids Division, for ages 2-18, with 1-mile and 200-meter distances, and the Adaptive Division, which welcomes participants of all ages with disabilities. In the Adaptive Division, each participant must be accompanied by a supporter without disabilities, with an option to register an additional supporter for an extra fee. Parents are encouraged to cheer from the sidelines in the Kids Division, while staff will assist younger participants at the finish line. The fee for the Fun Run Walk N' Roll is $15.