Cape Cod Marathon

The Cape Cod Marathon Weekend presented by Shipwrecked is a classic coastal race weekend held in Falmouth, Massachusetts, United States, on Cape Cod. Produced by the Falmouth Running Club, the weekend includes a marathon, marathon relay, half marathon, 5K, kids’ fun run, and two multi-race challenges: the Clam Chowdah Challenge for runners completing the half marathon and marathon, and the Lobstah Challenge for runners completing the half marathon and 5K.

The event is known for its scenic Cape Cod setting, with courses that run along Vineyard Sound, Nantucket Sound, and coastal roads near Falmouth. The marathon course is described by the organizer as a fast and scenic route hugging the Falmouth coastline, designed to maximize views of Martha’s Vineyard and the waters of the Sound. It is also listed as a Boston Qualifier and certified race course.

Race weekend has a strong New England feel, with ocean views, early fall foliage, coastal neighborhoods, clam chowder and soup at the finish, apple cider donuts, local volunteers, and a community race atmosphere. The courses are open to traffic but monitored by police, flaggers, and volunteers, so runners should expect a scenic but awareness-focused road race rather than a fully closed major-city marathon.