Welcome to LM 2025!

We are excited to announce the second year of our new course now featuring a downtown half marathon start and a combined event finish at nearby Enchantment Park!

With the celebration of our 20th anniversary under our belt, a brand new USATF and Boston Qualifier Certification, a fantastic new event venue and a stunning course, LM25 promises to be the best ever.

Make your plans now to be there.

Event Info

Race Overview

A stunningly beautiful course in the scenic town of Leavenworth, Washington. Marathoners will start near the renowned Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area. Runners will enjoy a fast course that begins with a 9 mile journey through scenic Icicle Canyon, then will turn right on East Leavenworth Road heading north in the fully closed southbound lane all the way to the Wenatchee River Bridge where they will cross into the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth to follow wooded riverfront parks and trails, eventually meeting up with Icicle Road, which leads to Icicle River trails and then once again joining onto East Leavenworth Road for a second lap following again into the riverfront trails which will lead this time to the finish and roar of the crowd at the Enchantment Park Event Center.

In this amazing course, runners will encounter a mix of paved roads and paths, dirt roads, paths and trails. Surrounded by impressive mountains, participants might see salmon spawning in the rivers or four legged creatures cheering from the edge of the wild.

The marathon is limited to runners who will complete the course within the six hour time limit, due to course restrictions. Walkers are welcome in the half marathon category. The half marathon course is open for four hours.

The half marathon course will enjoy a downtown Leavenworth Front Street start, parading down the heart of the village before turning right on 9th Street and entering Riverfront Park. From there, the course will follow the same route as the Marathon back to the finish at Enchantment Park.

About Leavenworth

Leavenworth is Washington’s “Bavarian Village” located 2.5 hours east of the Puget Sound region and borders the Wenatchee/Okanogan National Forest and the Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area. Leavenworth hosts an Oktoberfest style celebration each year with music, parades, food (and of course, beverages) and activities for children and adults all month long. A great race will add to your unique experience in Leavenworth on race weekend!

About TedDriven and our Partners in the Mission to Fight Cancer

The Leavenworth and Wenatchee Marathons are operated by TedDriven, LLC a social benefit organization that supports cancer research and local not for profits. Cancer research is a special interest of the directors. We all are connected to someone affected by cancer. Your race directors, Lynda, Colin, Wendy & Ian have all been directly impacted and are committed to doing their part to fight the disease. TedDriven invests proceeds from the Wenatchee Marathon and the Leavenworth Marathon to the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center at Columbia University.

This year we are proud to welcome Champion Oncology and Artisan Biopharma as our presenting sponsor. They are doing amazing cutting edge cancer research and trials you will want to know about. We will hear from them during our awards ceremony and everyone will have a chance to invest in their cause direclty.

course maps & Certification

Partnerships

Partnerships are key to our success and your experience. We are very proud of the partnerships we have forged with the United States Department of Fish and Wildlife, United States Forest Service, Washington State Department of Transportation, Chelan County, the City of Leavenworth, the Leavenworth Soccer Club and our friends and neighbors in Leavenworth, without whom this event would not be possible.

Registration

Entry Fees

Fees include: Official finisher’s medal, age group awards, post-race fruit, cookies, muffins, water, sports drink, course support (water, sports drink, gel, and first aid), accurate computer chip timing and access to professional race photos.

Refund Questions? <CLICK HERE>

Registration closing date: Day of race

Race Day Info

Start Times

Marathon - 7:00 am* - Near top of Icicle Canyon with transport from Leavenworth by Bus. Bus loading at Half Marathon start Line (Front Street Leavenworth near Gustav’s) beginning at 5:45 am with last bus departing at 6:10 am.

*Note! For safety and race integrity, all Marathon participants must be transported by bus from Leavenworth. DO NOT DRIVE to start - you will not be allowed to race and DQ.

Half Marathon - 9:00 am - HM Start Line Front Street Leavenworth (in front of Gustav’s)

Packet Pick-up & Registration

MARATHON

Friday, October 4th: 4:30 to 8:00 pm - TedDriven Event Center - Enchantment Park
*Saturday, October 5th: 5:30 to 6:00 am - HM Start Line Front Street Leavenworth (in front of Gustav’s)
*Packet Pickup only. Marathon is sold out for 2024

HALF MARATHON

Friday October 4th : 4:30 to 8:00 pm - TedDriven Event Center - Enchantment Park
Saturday, October 5th: 7:00 to 8:15 am - HM Start Line Front Street Leavenworth (in front of Gustav’s)

Photos

Finish line Video photos were taken by Negative Split and are available to view and download HERE.

Local Leavenworth photographer, Dave Masuda, generously captured some amazing event photos, which are compiled HERE. Currently, you may browse the photos and order prints or other products

Parking

Friday October 4th 4:30 to 8:00 PM - Enchantment Park. Parking is available at Enchantment Park parking lot for registration and packet pickup Friday evening only.

RACE DAY Saturday October 5. Parking is available throughout the city of Leavenworth. You may find the best option for your situation by clicking here -> Leavenworth Parking Map

Race Day No Parking areas to avoid: To support our community, safety and race integrity, there will be no vehicle access or parking at the following locations: Marathon Start, Fish Hatchery Road - entrance and parking lot, Enchantment Park parking lot.

Results

Timing and results will be compiled by Negative Split using disposable Chronotrack chips embedded in race bibs. Results will be posted immediately and may be accessed on our results page.

Important Course Information

Mile Markers will be posted on blue and orange signs. Marathon are blue and Half Marathon signs are orange. Directional signs will be placed throughout the course. Dirt/gravel sections will also be marked by flour and tape on the trails. Course Marshalls will be strategically located at key turns and intersections and will help to ensure guidance, safety and race integrity. Participants are ultimately responsible for knowing and following the course.

About Pets, Strollers and other tethered equipment.

As a USATF sanctioned event, and to protect the safety and well-being of all participants, no pets, strollers or any kind of tethered equipment are allowed.

Shirts

For 2024, we will be offering high quality tech shirts and other race apparel for purchase at time of registration. In addition there will be a limited opportunity to purchase apparel at the event..  

Finisher Medals

Finishers of all events will be awarded a custom Leavenworth Marathon medal upon crossing the finish line.

Awards

Overall, male/female winners of the marathon and half marathon will receive custom awards which will be celebrated at 11 am on race day. Age-group awards will be given to the top three male/female finishers in categories of 10 year age groups and celebrated soon after overall winners ceremony. All awards must be picked up on race day and will not be available to be mailed after our event.

SWAG for Purchase

Purchase a TedDriven, Leavenworth Marathon or Wenatchee Marathon running hat, beanie or t-shirt at packet pick-up or the finisher area. We will also be selling prior year shirts and glassware at great prices.

Aid Stations

Aid stations will be located every 2-3 miles. Each aid station will provide water and Skratch sports drink. Energy Gels will be available at approximately miles 10 and 21 for the marathon and mile 8 for the half marathon.  

First Aid/Ambulance

There will be a First Aid tent set up at the finish line and an EMT supported ambulance provided by Cascade Medical Center will also be on-hand in case of emergencies. 

Post Race Refueling

Water, sports drink and snacks will be provided near the finish line for participants only. Please retain your race bib for access to the food and drinks.

Community Partners

Every year, we partner with nearly one dozen local groups who will be using the Leavenworth Marathon as a fundraising event for their organization or cause. In addition, the Leavenworth Marathon and TedDriven remain firmly committed to providing financial support for cutting-edge cancer research.

Once again this year, we are very fortunate to have a talented team of Community Partners ready to make your race experience smooth and memorable. They are the ones who work the Aid Stations, perform duties as Course Marshal’s and the ones doing almost everything else at the TedDriven Event Center/finish line. Give them a big thank you for all they do! None of this is possible without them!

Thank you!

Finally, thank you for your participation in the Leavenworth Marathon. Let’s make it a great day! 

Your race directors,
Lynda, Colin, Wendy, and Ian
TedDriven

Accommodations

Lodging accommodations during October (and most of the year:) is limited in Leavenworth—reserve early. Contact the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce for lodging options or your favorite online booking site. There is additional lodging available in Wenatchee, a scenic 20 minute drive east.