This is the second year of an exciting new race in Alaska—and the only marathon in the United States held above the Arctic Circle. Participants can choose between a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a full marathon (26.2 miles), racing along a unique course that combines dirt roads, beach, and trail. The race is open to runners, hikers, beach combers, and berry pickers! There will also be a bike category for local participants.
The event is hosted by the community of Kotzebue, Alaska, a remote town located off the road system on the Northwest coast, above the Arctic Circle. The Iñupiaq lands have a long tradition of distance running and spirited athletic competition. The Cape Blossom Marathon celebrates both this rich heritage and the community’s evolving relationship with the land.
To register, please select the $0 option on runsignup and complete your registration by paying the City of Kotzebue directly. Call 907-442-3401 to pay or email for electronic payment. The entry fee is $100 with a 75% discount for local participants.
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Aug 29, 2026
Distance — 26.2 Miles
Type — Running
12:00
$0.00
Aug 29, 2026
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
14:00
$0.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Kotzebue.
Learn more about the host city, Kotzebue.
Kotzebue is a town of 3,200 people in Arctic Alaska. It's an important regional hub and a launching point for flights to remote Arctic wilderness reserves.
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