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Air Force Marathon

Dayton, United States • 18-20 Sep 2025

The Air Force Marathon is an annual endurance event held at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, typically on the third Saturday of September. It offers a variety of race distances including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, a 3-person marathon relay, and a 1K kids’ run called the Tailwind Trot. The event also features unique challenges like the Fly! Fight! Win! Marathon and Half Marathon Challenges. Runners experience a scenic course near the National Museum of the United States Air Force, with a festive atmosphere including a Health & Fitness Expo, gourmet pasta dinner, and a finish line festival. Virtual race options are also available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Ohio Dayton

Race information

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26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Tailwind Trot 1k Kids’ Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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