description Adelaide Marathon Overview
The Adelaide Marathon is a long-distance road race held annually in South Australia since 1978. The course is known for its flat terrain, taking runners along the Linear Park trail adjacent to the River Torrens and through the city center. Organized by the South Australian Road Runners Club, the event typically occurs in August and features a fast route suitable for runners aiming for personal best times.
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When did the Adelaide Marathon begin?
The event's documented marathon editions generally begin in 1979, although some catalog descriptions trace its origins to 1978. Its published history records multiple course changes over the decades rather than one unchanged route. [Adelaide Marathon history](https://ausrunning.net/stats-sa-distance-events/Adelaide%20Marathon%20History%20-%20Introduction.pdf)
Where does the Adelaide Marathon course run?
The modern event uses Adelaide Oval as its start and finish area and includes Adelaide parklands and sections beside the River Torrens. Earlier routes changed considerably, so the exact course depends on the edition. [Official race information](https://adelaidemarathon.com.au/marathon/)
Is the Adelaide Marathon a Boston qualifying race?
The official 2026 race information describes the marathon as AIMS-certified and usable as a Boston Marathon qualifier. Runners still have to meet the Boston Athletic Association's time, age, and verification rules. [Adelaide Marathon](https://adelaidemarathon.com.au/marathon/)
What distance is the Adelaide Marathon?
The marathon distance is 42.195 kilometres, commonly marketed as 42.2 kilometres. The festival also offers shorter events such as a half marathon, but those are separate races from the full marathon. [Adelaide Marathon](https://adelaidemarathon.com.au/marathon/)
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