Capital City Marathon, Half-Marathon & 5 Mile Race. Located in fun and friendly Olympia, Washington, we feature a beautiful course with rolling hills, enthusiastic volunteers, a festive post-race event with food, music, massage and swag. We are thrilled to host Olympian Jeff Galloway again who will share his experience and knowledge with our runners! Part of the Salish Sea Series, we are a Boston Marathon qualifier with a loyal following of marathon veterans, newcomers and everyone in between.

Capital City Marathon

Human Interest Story

Srories about participants in the marathon

Capital City Marathon has as many stories as runners

Florida runner in today's race nears his goal of completing a marathon in every state plus D.C

Article on Harry Hoffman who is on a quest to finish seven marathons in seven weeks, part of his long-term goal of finishing a marathon in every state.

Man on a Marathon Mission

Post-Race Review/ Results

Karen Steen won the Capital City Marathon for the seventh time out of eight tries, this year in 2:58:48.  Matthew Ellis was the victor in his first attempt on the course in 2:36:31.

 34, of Tacoma, who finished in 2:36:31. It was Ellis’ first Capital City Marathon. 
Karen Steen, 40, of Olympia was the top female runner. She completed the course in 2:58:48, winning the event for the seventh time in eight tries.

Steen, Ellis win Capital City Marathon

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

Six-time women's winner takes aim at masters mark

Two past champions will be participating in the Capital City Marathon.  Six time winner Karen Steen and four-time champion Phil Jasperson are expected to be on hand for the 24th annual race.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results