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Napa Valley Marathon vs Wineglass Marathon — Marathon Comparison

Compare two marathons side-by-side: course difficulty, elevation, typical race-day weather, finishers, BQs, and runner reviews—so you can choose the right race for your goals.

Napa Valley Marathon

Napa, CA
Sunday, March 7, 2027



Wineglass Marathon

Corning, NY
Sunday, October 4, 2026





 

Description: Napa Valley Marathon

The Napa Valley Marathon is a a net downhill course that follows the famed Silverado Trail from Calistoga to Napa The point to point marathon passes beautiful scenery, vineyards, and some of the most world-renowned wineries along the way.

Th course drops from nearly 400 feet above sea level at the start to about 60 feet above sea level at the finish line. Although it is net downhill, there are some rolling hills on this fast course, but the last five miles are flat.

Description: Wineglass Marathon

The Wineglass Marathon is a point-to-point course starting in Bath, NY. It travels along scenic roads through the valley to Savona, Campbell (where the half marathon starts), onto Coopers Plains, Painted Post and finishes on historic Market Street in Corning, NY. Runners will turn "Right on Bridge, Left on Market" where the golden tree lined street will guide them to the finish that is in their line of sight.

It is a fast and fairly flat course with an overall net elevation drop of about 200'.


Race Dates

2027: Sunday, March 7, 2027
2026: Sunday, March 1, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Downhill
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Road/Pavement
Certified (Boston Qualifier): Yes

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.75 (Better PR Chance)
Course Score: 99.75 (Faster Course)

Race Day Weather

Mean Temperature: 51°F (10°C)
Average High: 60°F (15°C)
Average Low: 42°F (5°C)


Race Size

2026: 1,942 Finishers
2025: 1,478 Finishers
2024: 1,432 Finishers
2023: 1,452 Finishers
2022: 1,267 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 12.5%
2025: 13.2%
2024: 14.5%
2023: 15.3%
2022: 17.1%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No




Race Dates

2026: Sunday, October 4, 2026
2025: Sunday, October 5, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Downhill
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Road/Pavement
Certified (Boston Qualifier): Yes

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.66
Course Score: 99.66

Race Day Weather

Mean Temperature: 54°F (12°C)
Average High: 64°F (17°C)
Average Low: 43°F2 (6°C2)


Race Size

2026: No Results
2025: 1,971 Finishers
2024: 1,816 Finishers
2023: 1,647 Finishers
2022: 1,371 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: N/A
2025: 12.6%
2024: 14.2%
2023: 16.2%
2022: 19.3%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes



Marathon Rankings:
Napa Valley Marathon

The Napa Valley Marathon was the 62nd largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 57th largest in 2024.

This year 12.46% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon and 13.19% of runners qualified for Boston in 2025.

This gives the Napa Valley Marathon the 94th highest percentage of Boston Marathon qualifiers in the U.S. last year and the 80th highest percentage so far in 2026.

Its Course Score of 99.75 ranks it as the 57th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 6th fastest course in California.

The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the Napa Valley Marathon a PR Score of 99.75. This PR Score ranks it as the 45th fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 6th fastest in California.

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.
 

Marathon Rankings:
Wineglass Marathon

The Wineglass Marathon was the 44th largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 43rd largest in 2024.

Last year 12.63% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon and 14.15% of runners qualified for Boston in 2024.

This gives the Wineglass Marathon the 100th highest percentage of Boston Marathon qualifiers in the U.S. last year and the 94th highest percentage in 2024.

Its Course Score of 99.66 ranks it as the 73rd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 1st fastest course in New York.

The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the Wineglass Marathon a PR Score of 99.66. This PR Score ranks it as the 55th fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 1st fastest in New York.

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.

 

Elevation Chart: Napa Valley Marathon

Max Elevation: 395 feet (120m)Elevation Gain: 564 feet (171m)
Min Elevation: 56 feet (17m)Elevation Loss: 867 feet (264m)

Napa

Elevation Chart: Wineglass Marathon

Max Elevation: 1156 feet (352m)Elevation Gain: 392 feet (119m)
Min Elevation: 917 feet (279m)Elevation Loss: 594 feet (181m)

Wineglass



Finish Time Equivalent


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Race Reviews

Napa Valley Marathon
(4.7)




TDL's review of 2024 race.   


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Tommy's review of 2023 race.   


Review

Really enjoyed this marathon. Busses to the start line parked there so you could sit on board right up to the start time (which was particularly great given the wet weather conditions this year). Really nice course with some small hills. Well organized gear drop and pick up. Very responsive and supportive race organizers. (The wine tasting our group did in Frogs Leap afterwards rounded off a great weekend). This is one I will definitely be back for!

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MD's review of 2017 race.   


Review

The Napa Valley Marathon is well organized and has one of the most scenic routes of any marathon. The best gear check bag ever (a backpack or duffle bag)! Post race area has everything for everyone, runners or spectators. Showers available for runners after the race.

Race Tips

Due to the isolated route there are low fan support. The rolling hills are longer than it would appear on paper. Be prepared.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

Staying in Napa might be the easiest due to road closures on race day. Buses will pick up at sponsor hotels or at the High School (finish line). Lots of discounts at vineyards and wineries for runners pre and post race.

Garrett Gardner's review of 2017 race.   


Review

I loved the scenery and the other runners were very friendly! I got to meet people from all over (40+ countries). It was my first marathon, but it went off without a hitch due to the helpfulness of all the other runners. The course had more hills than I expected which didn't help my time, but it was still awesome and pretty much every uphill had a downhill. The race also hailed near the end, which didn't feel that great (only for about 5 minutes).

Race Tips

Miles 15-20 are pretty hilly. Make sure you don't go out too fast. I did and it absolutely killed my pace for the last 4 miles. Set a pace and wear a watch so you can keep track of how you're doing. GPS actually held up on my Garmin for the most part, so you might be able to get your splits that way.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

Arrive at the buses early as to get a good seat. I got in the first bus and was the first on the course (also first in the bathroom lines). I got a hotel in Fairfield because I'm a broke college student, but it worked out great (I did have to get up around 4:15 though).

NW's review of 2016 race.   


Review

Beautiful course, easy check in. Missed racing with headphones.

Race Tips

Net down hill but with some climbs in the first 6 miles.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)




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Wineglass Marathon
(4.9)




YI's review of 2025 race.   


Review

The course elevation profile is fantastic - very few races have such mix of gentle rolling hills, and those two hills you see on chart are just bumps if you train properly.

Organization of the race is top notch - especially the post-race - I can't remember the race that offered so much post-race food and replenishments!

Race Tips

A couple things to watch out for: there's very little shade in last 6-8 miles, so if weather plays tricks with you... And the last 2 miles of the course feature a lot of turns - be prepared for those.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

Due to the relative remoteness of the area and low population density, the selection of hotels may not be the best, as "downtown" hotels get sold out months in advance. Be prepared to pay somewhat exorbitant prices for lodging that scores 2 stars at most.

Carrie Peters 's review of 2025 race.   


Review

Every part of this race was amazing. Well organized and a fun race!

Race Tips

Great pacers!!

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DB's review of 2024 race.   


Review

I have only good things to say about this race. This was my 8th Marathon and my second favourite next to New York.

It was very well organized. The expo was small but in a great location in the glass museum with plenty of race swag for sale. Loved the jacket. The morning of the race was well organized, very efficient transportation to the start. There were plenty of porta potties and a heated barn was available to warm up in.

The race was mostly a very gentle downhill with a few uphill portions. It was a warm sunny day by the end but low humidity so I was fine as I was able to manage my hydration very well. That being said, I did bring my own electrolytes as the number of stations are not on par with a major race. The support was good, especially at the start in Bath and near the finish.

The town of Corning is beautiful and the Main Street was a perfect spot to finish. There are plenty of great restaurants and brew pubs downtown.

The best part of the race is that I was able to BQ for 2026 as a 70 year old with an 11 minute buffer.

Highly recommend this race.

Race Tips


Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

We stayed in Pointed Post. The roads close down early so if accompanied by any spectators , make sure they are able to get out in time to get to Corning.

BE's review of 2024 race.   


Review

Only issue is weather can be a little rough.

Race Tips

Bring throw away warm clothes for the start.

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WM's review of 2024 race.   


Review

i PB here after 10years chasing my pr, great organization, all town into the race, be back again.

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