Races Marathon · Pittsburgh, USA
Pittsburgh Marathon
Pittsburgh Marathon is a hilly marathon in Pittsburgh, USA, held each May. Bridges, river crossings and the notorious climb into Oakland around mile 11 — a course that punishes even pacing by feel alone. Early May is 8-16C. Respect Pittsburgh Marathon's profile: pace the climbs conservatively and practise downhill running — quads fail before lungs here.
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When
May
every year
Course
hilly
Marathon
Conditions
Early May is 8-16C.
Racing this course well
Bridges, river crossings and the notorious climb into Oakland around mile 11 — a course that punishes even pacing by feel alone.
Respect Pittsburgh Marathon's profile: pace the climbs conservatively and practise downhill running — quads fail before lungs here.
Pick your goal for Pittsburgh
Pace charts, weekly structure and timelines for the most common marathon goals:
We don’t hold a confirmed date for this edition, so any countdown comes from the date you enter here.
Build your training around Pittsburgh Marathon.
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Asked often
- When is the Pittsburgh Marathon?
- It is held each May in Pittsburgh, USA. Check the official Pittsburgh Marathon site for the exact date and entry windows.
- Is the Pittsburgh Marathon course flat?
- Bridges, river crossings and the notorious climb into Oakland around mile 11 — a course that punishes even pacing by feel alone.
- How should I train for the Pittsburgh Marathon?
- Build for the course you'll actually race at the Pittsburgh Marathon: hilly terrain, May conditions. RunV generates a plan for your goal time and rebuilds it every time life interrupts the Pittsburgh build.
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