Since 1970, the Deseret News Marathon has brought people together in a race that follows the trail th The race takes place on Pioneer Day every year.
The Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k routes all join the Days of 47 Parade route as they turn onto 200 East. Once runners join the parade route they will be greeted by over 100,000 cheering Utahns. Running down the parade route is a running experience that can not be duplicated anywhere, so be sure to celebrate Pioneer Day with us this year!
08/06/2026
Swipe to see some photos from the 2026 Deseret News Marathon!
See yourself or a familiar face? Tag them in the comments!
Registration is open for 2027 and at the lowest price. Sign up today at Run.Deseret.com.
Thank you to all who participated in the 2026 Deseret News races.
If you have not looked at the your race results and photos yet, you can find them at run.deseret.com. The photos are free to download.
We would love to have you come back next year — July 24, 2027. Registration is already open and at the lowest possible prices!
The Deseret News Marathon is sponsored by .
Come see this year's Deseret News Marathon through the eyes of a 10k runner.
We already can't wait for July 24, 2027. See you then!
The Deseret Marathon is presented by
07/24/2026
Congratulations to our winners!
See the full winners at Run.Deseret.com
The Deseret News Marathon is presented by SymbolArts.
07/23/2026
🔗: https://bit.ly/4wjtTya
Brian Connolly has multiple sclerosis. Marathons, he said, are his “lifeline.”
“I felt exhilaration I had not experienced in years. The rhythm of the race, the cheers of spectators, the shared purpose with Danny all taught me this: Life’s joys are not lost with disability; they are simply expressed differently,”
Read more about how Brian does marathons with a push from his brother at the link above.
✏️: Dennis Romboy, Deseret News
📸: Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News and Tess Crowley, Deseret News
Tomorrow is packet pickup! You’ll pick up your race bib, T-shirt and goodie bags. You can ask any last-minute questions and browse the vendor booths while you’re there.
📆: Packet Pickup: Thursday, July 23
⏰: 10 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
📍: Northeast corner of Liberty Park, Salt Lake City
(Enter the park at 600 East and 1300 South — parking available in Liberty Park or on surrounding streets.)
⚠️ Please note: Packet pickup is not available on race morning.
Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time — sign up before 5 p.m. on Thursday to join us!
Register for the Deseret News Marathon, half marathon, relay, 10K, 5K and family 1K at Run.Deseret.com.
The Deseret Marathon is presented by
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07/22/2026
Run an easy, downhill 5K this Friday!
The Deseret News 5K and 10K are a great way to celebrate Pioneer Day — at a comfortable distance.
Register while spots are still available at Run.Deseret.com.
The Deseret News Marathon is presented by SymbolArts.
07/21/2026
Check out these medals for the races made by !
The Deseret News Marathon is this Friday, July 24, 2026 and there are still spots available. Grab your family and friends and register before 5 p.m. Thursday, July 23.
Not trained for a marathon? No problem! Sign up for one of our shorter races.
Register for the Deseret News Marathon, half marathon, relay, 10K, 5K and family 1K at Run.Deseret.com.
The Deseret Marathon is presented by .
07/20/2026
Race week is finally here!
The Deseret News Marathon is this Friday, July 24, 2026 and there are still spots available. Grab your family and friends and register before 5 p.m. Thursday, July 23 to be part of one of Utah's best Pioneer Day traditions.
Not trained for a marathon? No problem! Sign up for one of our shorter races.
Register for the Deseret News Marathon, half marathon, relay, 10K, 5K and family 1K at Run.Deseret.com.
The Deseret Marathon is presented by SymbolArts
07/19/2026
The Deseret News Marathon is this week. Have you signed up? Its not too late!
Don't miss this moment — register for the Deseret News Marathon, half marathon, relay, 10K, 5K and family 1K at Run.Deseret.com.
The Deseret Marathon is presented by symbol arts.