Clarence DeMar Marathon

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Clarence DeMar Marathon This is the Official page of the Annual Clarence DeMar Marathon & DeMar Half Marathon in Ke Join us for the annual Clarence DeMar Marathon. Same day. Mr.

Named after the unprecedented 7 time winner of the Boston Marathon (he ran it 33 times....after he was told he shouldnt run because he has a "bad" heart). The last time he won it, he was 41. Now also includes the DeMar Half Marathon. Different starting points, same finish. DeMar lived and taught in Keene, NH & this race is a tribute to him. The race ends at the spot on Keene State College's Appian Way which is very close to where he taught for many years. This is a mixture of rural back NH roads with the last mile covering some of Main St. in downtown Keene. While we are slightly biased, we are confident that this is one of the most scenic marathons you'll find in New England. It occurs just in the beginning of peak foliage here in SW NH. The course starts in Gilsum, NH (pop 811) at el 1100 ft & ends in Keene, NH @ el 450...ish. This is a USATF Certified Race and will follow all of the USATF's guidelines. The race will be limited, so please sign up soon on our website. The race is on Sunday, Sept 29th at 8am

09/27/2026

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09/27/2026

2026 Clarence DeMar Finish Line

09/27/2026

IT"S RACE DAY!!!!

Last year’s finish line energy set the bar pretty high 😳Who’s matching that tomorrow?We CANNOT wait to see you on Appian...
09/26/2026

Last year’s finish line energy set the bar pretty high 😳

Who’s matching that tomorrow?

We CANNOT wait to see you on Appian Way!

A great story about one of the forces behind our race. Thank you Cheryl ❤️.
09/26/2026

A great story about one of the forces behind our race. Thank you Cheryl ❤️.

Cheryl Belair is a Clarence DeMar Marathon superfan.

DeMar is live on the On the Runs podcast tonight at runner check in
09/25/2026

DeMar is live on the On the Runs podcast tonight at runner check in

09/25/2026

Hello all DeMar runners. Just sent out an email blast with an update on the race. We remain on schedule! We are going to be wet! Prepare with warm and dry clothes when you finish. Use our bag drop services at the start of the marathon and half marathon. The locker rooms at the Spaulding Gym are open and available to you when you finish.
You are trained for this!

Something for those running the marathon on Sunday. If you’re there early enough, there are some great deals from the vi...
09/22/2026

Something for those running the marathon on Sunday. If you’re there early enough, there are some great deals from the village store on Main Street just down the road from the start line.

🏃‍♀️ Attention Clarence DeMar Marathon runners & support crews!

We’ll be opening with special morning hours this Sunday, 9/27, from 6:00–7:30 AM as the race gets underway right here on Main Street!

Stop in for hot coffee, cold drinks, breakfast sandwiches, and fresh pastries to fuel up before the race. ☕🥐

Good luck to all the runners—we’ll see you bright and early!

This is it! Your final week of preparation and getting yourself ready for the best run of your life! We're putting the...
09/20/2026

This is it! Your final week of preparation and getting yourself ready for the best run of your life! We're putting the final touches on the 2026 DeMar and are looking forward to welcoming everyone to Keene next weekend.

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Gilsum NH To Main Street
Keene, NH
03431

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