Golden Driller Marathon

The 11th annual Golden Driller Marathon will be held on April 18, 2026.

The Golden Driller marathon includes a race distance for all levels from 5k to marathon!  All races will be held on the very nice paved trails of Tulsa's Riverparks system along the banks of the Arkansas River.  The race gets it's name from the iconic Golden Driller statue located at EXPO Square in Tulsa.  For more details on this Tulsa icon visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Driller.  

Each participant will receive a tech shirt with their entry, as well as a great custom finisher medal that features the Golden Driller.  This race is known for it's small size and friendly nature, as well as great post race food and beer for those 21 and over.  This is a great smaller marathon or half for those who want to avoid the crush of giant big city races.  

The course is flat and fast, with the exception of one hill that appears on the marathon course.  All other courses are flat.  On-site parking at the start/finish is available.  

The start/finish area is located very close to downtown Tulsa (within 3 miles) and many downtown hotels.  

All courses are USATF certified and the marathon is a Boston qualifier.  

This event is brought to you by Golden Driller Racing.  Providing high quality events to the Tulsa metro area for over twenty years!

Golden Driller Racing is an RRCA registered Event Management Company and is fully insured to provide race related services.  As appropriate, Golden Driller Racing utilizes USATF certified courses.

For any questions regarding Golden Driller Racing, please contact tim@fleetfeettulsa.com.  

Q: How do I know if I signed up for the race?

A: Log in to your Run Sign Up account. Click the circle profile icon. Select profile. The race in question should be listed under My Upcoming Events or if you select My Registered Races (under My Upcoming Events) it will also be listed here.

 

Q: Can I transfer my race registration to another race?

A: Yes, when there are greater than 30 days until race date.  Follow these steps:

Log in to your Run Sign Up account. Click the circle profile icon. Select profile. The race in question should be listed under My Upcoming Events. Click on Manage Registration.  Click on Transfer to Another Race in the bottom section of the page.

 

Q: Can I receive a refund for this race?

A: Yes, when there are greater than 30 days until race date.  Processing fees cannot be refunded.  Follow these steps:

Log in to your Run Sign Up account. Click the circle profile icon. Select profile. The race in question should be listed under My Upcoming Events. Click on Manage Registration.  Click on Request Refund in the bottom section of the page.

 

Q: Are there any discounts for race registration fees?

A: Unless listed on our social media or announced through the Race Page – registration fees are as posted.

 

Q: Can I exchange my race shirt for a different size before the race?

A: Through packet pick-up you can change your shirt size following these steps:  Log in to your Run Sign Up account. Click the circle profile icon. Select profile. The race in question should be listed under My Upcoming Events. Click on manage.  Scroll to bottom and select the Add-Ons Option. NOTE:  If a shirt size is sold out, you will not be able to switch to the sold out size. In this instance, you will need to take the shirt size for which you registered.  On race day, after the race, if we have a shirt in the size you want still available, you can swap at that time.

 

Q: Can I do the race virtual even though it’s an in-person race?

A: No we do not have a virtual option for this race.

 

Q: Can I register for the race in person instead of online?

A: All registrations, even race day registrations, are done on computers.

 

Q: Can I pick up my bib and shirt at the race?

A: Yes! If you are unable to pick up your packet before race day, it will be at the race registration table prior to the start of the race.

 

Q: Can I register on race day?

A: If there are available spots on race day - This event often sells out.  I wouldn't chance it!

 

Q: Where do I park for the race?

A: Check the race RunSignUp page for race specific parking information under Race Info.

 

Q: Where do I find a map of the race route?

A: On the race page, you will find a map of the route under the ‘Race Info’ tab.

 

Q: What happens if there’s bad weather on race day?

A: Weather conditions will be monitored on race day. In the case of severe weather, the start times of the races may be delayed. Rain does not cancel race. In the extreme case the weather is severe enough to cancel the race, there will be no makeup date.

 

Q: Will water be provided for participants?

A: Yes! Water will be provided on the route for 4K+ event and at the finish for all participants.

 

Q: Where do I find the race results?

A: Results

 

Q: My question wasn’t answered. What now?

A: Please email race@goldendrillerracing.com with any additional questions!

Packet pickup usually begins on the Wednesday before the race.  An email will be sent to all participants once we are ready to begin. 

For Fleet Feet pickup locations and hours visit:  https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/tulsa/about/directions

Race day packet pickup at the race location will begin at 6:00 am.  

We recommend you pick up before race day to save time on race day and avoid congestion. 

Address for start/finish and parking area is:

River West Festival Park
2100 S Jackson Ave, Tulsa, OK 74107

Parking is available at the race location (see location 6 on map below), and nearby overflow lots are located at locations 2 and 7 on the map below.  Once the lot at the race location is full, you will need to park in one of these other lots and allow time to walk to the start/finish area.  Arrive early to allow time to park and get to the start by the race start times.  

No parking is allowed on the grass at the River West Festival Park

The marathon has a 7.5 hour time limit.

The half marathon has a 4 hour time limit.  

Participants who fall behind these paces may be removed from the course.  

Finish line will be torn down and removed at 2:30 pm

Bibs need to be worn on the FRONT of your body with the number visible!

Do not bend the timing tag on the back on your bib.  If it is broken, the timing device will not read your bib.

Sometimes things happen and the device does not read your bib.  That is why it is important your number be visible on the front of your body!  Our timing crew has backup procedures that include writing down bib numbers as participants cross the finish line so times can still be recorded and accurate.  If your bib is not visible on the front of your body they can't write down your bib as you cross the finish line.