Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon 2027 — Roanoke, VA
Date
April 17, 2027
Location
Roanoke, VA
Venue
111 FRANKLIN RD SE STE 333
Start Time
1:00 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $375.00
Events
Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon, Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon, Anthem Star 10k, Blue Ridge Double Marathon, Freedom First Marathon Relay, Carilion Children's Family 1 Miler
The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon Series has earned its title as “America’s Toughest Road Marathon” by challenging runners with over 7,430 ft. in elevation change, more than any other road marathon in the U.S. This race is the ONLY marathon that runs along the famously scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, and proceeds from this non-profit event benefit the parkway and a dozen local charities every year. The full, half, relay and 10k all prove equally challenging yet rewarding on this mountainous course, and all runners are rewarded with a unique finishers’ medals, shirts and local craft beer at the festival-like finish in downtown Roanoke. For those who need even more than just extreme elevation change can run the course twice with the official Blue Ridge Double (sells out annually). This race would not be possible without the support of our title sponsor, Foot Levelers. This event is owned and operated by the Roanoke Outside Foundation whose mission to make outdoor activity and environmenta
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 17.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Roanoke, VA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
