2027 Vermont City Marathon - May 30

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Race Information

Race2027 Vermont City Marathon - May 30
CityBurlington
Date2027-05-30 at 07:15
Field Size~1,472 runners
Time Limit6 hours 30 min
Cutoff pace9:15/km
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Official SiteRunVermont
RegistrationRegister · 120 USD

Race Day Weather

Average Temperature16.3°C / 61°F
Humidity77%
Wind11.2 km/h
Rain Chance47%
Typical ConditionsMild late-May Vermont morning by the lake — comfortable for racing but warming and sometimes humid by midday

What to Prepare: Memorial Day weekend in Burlington usually starts mild — a 7:15 a.m. low near 50°F / 10°C climbing toward a high around 70°F / 21°C. The waterfront start can feel cool, but the second loop runs warmer in open sun, so go out conservatively and use the on-course water stops. A hot, humid year is the main risk on this date.

Based on historical averages for race week. Use our Weather Score Calculator and What to Wear Guide for personalized advice.

Wind Impact on Race Day

Wind at 11.2 km/h can affect your marathon pace by 5-15 seconds per kilometer. Headwinds slow you down exponentially — a 20 km/h wind costs more than twice a 10 km/h wind.

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Race-Week Climate

Based on 20 years of race-week weather (2005-2024), MERRA-2 reanalysis

Cooler Typical Warmer
Temperature 10.7°C 16.4°C 21.6°C
Dew point 6.5°C 11.7°C 17.5°C
Wet-day chance: 47% Runnability: 74/100

Data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), NASA Langley Research Center

Course Profile

Course TypeTwo-loop city
Elevation Gain260m
TerrainRoad and paved bike path (city streets, one notable hill, long flat lakefront sections)
ProfileA rolling two-loop tour of Burlington that begins and ends at Waterfront Park on the shores of Lake Champlain, with the Adirondack Mountains rising across the water. The route threads the Church Street Marketplace and downtown before its signature climb — the 'Assault on Battery' up Battery Street around mile 15, six steep blocks away from the lake, where taiko drummers and the loudest crowds of the day push runners up the hill. More than 10 miles run along the flat Burlington Bike Path beside Lake Champlain, opening up expansive lake-and-mountain views. Total climbing is moderate at about +260 m (855 ft), so it rolls rather than plunges; the course is USATF-certified and a Boston Marathon Qualifier, making it a realistic BQ option for runners who handle one honest hill. The festive atmosphere — on-course bands, neighborhood block parties, and a waterfront finish festival at Waterfront Park — is the race's signature.
Boston QualifierYes — Check your BQ time

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2027 Vermont City Marathon and what time does it start?

The 2027 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon is on Sunday, May 30, 2027 — the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend — with the full marathon starting at 7:15 a.m. ET from Waterfront Park on the Burlington, VT lakefront. The two-loop course also hosts a popular relay run the same morning.

How much elevation does the Vermont City Marathon course have?

The course has about +260 m (855 ft) of total climbing across two loops, so it is rolling rather than flat. Its most famous climb is the 'Assault on Battery' — six steep blocks up Battery Street around mile 15 — while more than 10 miles run flat along the Lake Champlain bike path. View the climbs with our elevation profile tool.

Is the Vermont City Marathon a good Boston qualifier?

Yes — it is a USATF-certified Boston Marathon Qualifier, and the rolling but honest profile makes it a realistic BQ target if you are ready for one climb. Cool lakeside morning weather usually helps. Most of the difficulty is the single Battery Street hill rather than relentless rollers. Check your goal time with our Boston qualifying calculator.

What is the time limit for the Vermont City Marathon?

The official course time limit is 6.5 hours (6 hours 30 minutes), which works out to roughly a 14:52 per mile average pace. Plan your splits with our pace calculator so you stay ahead of the cutoff, especially through the second loop and the Battery Street climb.

What is the 'Assault on Battery' hill?

It is the marathon's defining climb — six steep blocks up Battery Street, away from the lake into Burlington's upper streets, hit around mile 15. It is short but sharp, and it is the most famous spot on the course thanks to the taiko drummers and the loudest spectator crowds of the day, who power runners up and over the top.

Where does the Vermont City Marathon start and finish?

Both the start and finish are at Waterfront Park on the shores of Lake Champlain in downtown Burlington, with the Adirondack Mountains across the water. The two-loop course passes the Church Street Marketplace and runs more than 10 miles along the lakefront bike path before the festive waterfront finish.

How do I register for the 2027 Vermont City Marathon?

Registration is handled online through RunSignUp in English, which is straightforward for international runners. The 2026 full-marathon fee ran roughly $85 to $120 on tiered pricing that rises as the field fills, so register early; an M&T Bank-card discount and a marathon-plus-half bundle have been offered in recent years.

What is the weather like for the Vermont City Marathon?

Late May in Burlington is usually mild — a race-morning low near 50°F (10°C) warming to a high around 70°F (21°C). The lakeside start feels cool, but the open second loop can run warm, and an occasional hot, humid Memorial Day weekend is the main risk. Dress for a cool start you can shed and use the aid stations.

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