The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay
When is The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay?
The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Burlington, VT.
What distances does The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay offer?
The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay offers 8 events: Mini Marathon - 1/2 Mile Fun Run, Mini Marathon - 1 Mile Fun Run, Vermont City Two Mile, Wheelchair Race, Vermont City Marathon, Marathon - Virtual, 2 Person Relay Presented by Darn Tough Vermont, 3-5 Person Relay Presented by Darn Tough Vermont.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Marathon - 1/2 Mile Fun Run | 0.5 mi | $33.00 | Register |
| Mini Marathon - 1 Mile Fun Run | 1.0 mi | $33.00 | Register |
| Vermont City Two Mile | 2.0 mi | $33.00 | Register |
| Wheelchair Race | 26.2 mi | $160.00 | Register |
| Vermont City Marathon | 26.2 mi | $160.00 | Register |
| Marathon - Virtual | 26.2 mi | $160.00 | Register |
| 2 Person Relay Presented by Darn Tough Vermont | 26.2 mi | $240.00 | Register |
| 3-5 Person Relay Presented by Darn Tough Vermont | 26.2 mi | $290.00 | Register |
How much does The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay cost?
Registration for The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay starts at $145.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay held?
The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay is held in Burlington, VT at The Queen City.
About The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay
Welcome to the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon Weekend, featuring the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay, with 2 Person and 3-5 Person Relay presented by Darn Tough, Vermont, and the M&T Bank Memorial Day Weekend Youth Events!
The marathon and relay course is a fast course--mostly flat with some rolling hills and one bigger climb at the midway point of each loop--through Burlington and along Lake Champlain. The M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay is a community effort, recognizing all those who have had a hand in making the race a success since 1989. The course runs through the best of Burlington, from the Church Street Marketplace to the Burlington Bike Path and offers exceptional views of the Adirondack Mountains.
All up-to-date race information can be found on the RunVermont website at www.runvermont.org/vermont-city-marathon-relay/ and www.runvermont.org/memorial-day-weekend-youth-events/.
Relay Team FAQs
Q: What are the lengths of each relay leg?
A: The marathon course consists of a 13.1-mile loop, run twice. For a 5-person team, leg distances are 6.3 miles, 6.8 miles, 6.2 miles, 4.1 miles, 2.8 miles.
Q: Do we need to identify which team member is running which leg?
A: No.
Q: What happens if our team only has 3 or 4 members?
A: Team members can run multiple legs.
Q: Can team members exchange anywhere on the course?
A: No, all exchanges must take place in designated Relay Exchange Zones. There are 3 of these Zones: Main Street, Lake Street, and Leddy Park. Those on a 2-person relay team would only have one exchange (Lake Street).
Q: I created a relay team, how can others join my team?
A: Instructions on managing relay teams can be found here.
Q: Where can I find more information about relay teams?
A: 3-5 Person Relay team info can be found here. 2 Person Relay team info can be found here