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Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon

Washington, DC
Saturday, September 5, 2026


  2 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description
The Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon is a very flat, double out-and-back course on the C & O Towpath. The course consists of gravel and dirt maintained paths.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Saturday, September 5, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Multiple Out and Backs
Surface: Trail

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 72°F (22°C)
Average High: 81°F (27°C)
Average Low: 64° F (17°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 95.57
Course Score: 99.53

Race Size

2026: 29 Finishers
2025: 121 Finishers
2024: 90 Finishers
2023: 116 Finishers
2022: 119 Finishers
2021: 96 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: 6.9%
2025: 3.3%
2024: 6.7%
2023: 7.8%
2022: 18.5%
2021: 15.6%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 6 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 84°F  (29°C)
Low: 66°F  (19°C)

Race Start Conditions

74°F  (23°C)
Humidity: 77%

Partially cloudy
WNW 5 mph

PR Score

93.62

Course Score

99.53






Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon was the 339th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 369th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 6.9% of Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 3.3% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon ranked 358th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 148th so far in 2026. In Washington D.C., it ranked 5th in 2025 and 3rd so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon has a Course Score of 99.53, ranking it as the 104th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 5th fastest marathon course in Washington D.C..

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon a PR Score of 95.57. The PR Score ranks the Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon as the 409th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 5th best marathon for a PR in Washington D.C..

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Washington D.C. for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed104th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 5th fastest marathon course in Washington D.C.
Top 23% Nationally#5 of 5 in Washington D.C.
PR Potential409th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 5th best marathon for a PR in Washington D.C.
Top 88% Nationally#5 of 5 in Washington D.C.
Boston Qualifier Rate358th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 5th highest BQ percentage in Washington D.C.
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 75% Nationally#5 of 5 in Washington D.C.
Race Size339th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd largest marathon in Washington D.C.
Based on 2025 results
Top 57% Nationally#2 of 5 in Washington D.C.

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 116 feet (35m)
Min Elevation: 35 feet (10m)

Elevation Gain: 219 feet (66m)
Elevation Loss: 219 feet (66m)


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Race Reviews


2.0
Based on 1 reviews
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Mediocre effort from organizers

Full Review:

The start was disorganized, bag check was advertised and wasn't there. Most importantly, no food or sports drink at the finish---at all. When I finished the marathon in approx 4.5 hours, there was one cooler of room temp water at the finish. I would have found this hugely disappointing anywhere but especially so here, where they heavily advertised the large lunch supposedly available at the end of the race.

Race Tips:

Gravel/dirt track out and back, one loop for half, two for full. The track will be populated by many bikers, walkers, kayakers, and fishermen, who aren't particularly interested in sharing the space. Part of this could be negated with earlier start times but the only marathon start advertised was 8 am. A good number of aid stations are appropriately spaced. Bathrooms at the start and two portajohns halfway through the loop--would avoid planning on using them if possible because lines get huge.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Hotel discount through organizers is a significant high point, two nights for the price of one in a nice hotel (Crystal city Marriot for us). Also, set up cabs to the race and back to the hotel afterward, which was excellent. Limited parking on site.
Reviewed by Anonymous About 2022