Looking for the ultimate Vermont half marathon? New for 2027, the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon is officially introducing a solo half marathon option to one of the most iconic races in Vermont!
Half marathoners will start and finish alongside marathoners and relay teams, briefly splitting at Lakewood Estates. This course design gives you the full, beloved Vermont City Marathon experience at half the distance. Expect vibrant crowds, electrifying Taiko drummers, enthusiastic Burlington neighborhoods, and the iconic Church Street Marketplace. A scenic downhill finish leads straight to Waterfront Park along Lake Champlain, featuring views of the Adirondack and Green Mountains.
Race Highlights & Amenities:
- Full Marathon Perks: Half marathoners receive access to standard marathon amenities, along with a unique finisher medal.
- Generous Time Limit: Participants have the full 6.5-hour course window to finish (starting after the final wave at 7:25 AM).
- Unmatched Atmosphere: Kick off Memorial Day weekend at one of the top spring races in Vermont.
- Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with a premier Vermont half marathon in the heart of the Queen City!
- More Info: Visit the Course Map and Race Day Essentials pages. Additional 2027 details will be released throughout fall, winter, and spring.
