Celebrate 20 Years of Running on America&rsquo;s Most Iconic Highway
Get ready for a race experience unlike any other at the Williams Route 66 Marathon, a high-energy, high-fun celebration of running set in the historic town of Williams, Arizona. This milestone 20th anniversary year promises even more of the spirit, nostalgia, and party atmosphere that have made this event a favorite among runners from all over the world.
The course follows the legendary Route 66 and offers a fast, mostly flat layout with just the right amount of rolling hills to keep things interesting&mdash;ideal for chasing personal bests. Along the way, you&rsquo;ll be cheered on by enthusiastic spectators, themed aid stations (yes, including jello shots), and a community that knows how to throw a celebration. It all kicks off with a confetti-filled start and doesn&rsquo;t let up until the very last runner crosses the finish line&mdash;because this is a race where the team always waits for the final participant.
Runners often come in costume&mdash;expect to see inflatable dinosaurs, global business suits, superheroes, and everything in between. There's even a Mascot Dash, where local characters and costumed runners race for laughs and local glory. Kids get in on the action too, with a special dance-filled $10.00 weekend run that keeps the energy high and smiles wide.
Choose your adventure with multiple race options:
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Full Marathon
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Half Marathon
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Marathon Relay (3&ndash;5 runners) with each leg around 5 miles&mdash;participants can pass the baton and keep the momentum going across a rolling, scenic course
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World&rsquo;s Shortest Ultra &ndash; an unforgettable twist: just 0.3 miles beyond the marathon!
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This is a race ran by runners, for runners&mdash;with generous time limits, thoughtful on-course support, and an experience designed to be as fun, inclusive, and user-friendly as possible. Whether you&rsquo;re racing for time or running for the joy of it, the Williams Route 66 Marathon is hands-down one of the most joyful, community-driven, and unforgettable party races you&rsquo;ll ever encounter.
Come for the course. Stay for the memories. Run the road that built America.

Williams Route 66 Marathon

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

The Route 66 Marathon on November 23 unveils its medal for its 20th anniversary featuring a Route 66 landmark, the Blue Whale of Catoosa .

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results