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RunVermont is proud to present the best road races in Vermont, the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon and 16 other races throughout the year!

10/14/2026

There's nothing quite like sharing 26.2 miles with someone who's had your back for years.

Our latest “Meet the Athlete” profile is a story about exactly that: friendship, grit, and the kind of finish line moment that stays with you.

Meet Jen and Summer, two friends who traveled all the way from Oregon to run the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay in 2026. For Jen, it was her very first full marathon. For Summer, a seasoned marathoner, it was state number 33 on her way to all 50, and there was no question she'd be running this one stride for stride with her friend.

The two first met back in 2010 at Hood to Coast. So when Jen decided to take on her first 26.2, she knew exactly who she wanted beside her. Summer didn't hesitate. The plan was simple: run it together, start to finish, as a team.

In Jen's words: "So pumped and subconsciously nervous (good nerves) ended up making me very sleep deprived on the day of. Fortunately, even with the early struggle, I had an amazing friend alongside me and a lot of internal strength to just keep going. Even when I could've bailed at the first lap, I FINISHED! Such pride and joy — and I'm doing it again!!"

They crossed the line the way they ran the whole thing, side by side, hands held high, smiling through the Vermont rain. 💙

Join us in celebrating Jen and Summer, and the friendships that carry us all the way home.

10/12/2026

🎃 SAVE THE DATE: The Spooky Youth Fun Run is coming to St. Albans City!

We're excited to partner with Downtown St. Albans to bring the Spooky Youth Fun Run to their annual Spooky Saturday celebration on Saturday, October 31! Huge thanks to the Downtown St. Albans team for hosting us and for creating such a fun day for kids and families to get outside, move together, and celebrate the season.

Young runners can take on a 1/3-mile loop in Taylor Park, and parents and guardians are welcome to run alongside them. Costumes are encouraged, of course! The fun run kicks off at 10:30 AM, and Spooky Saturday keeps the fun going all day with downtown trick-or-treating, a costume contest, the famous Witch's Dance, and more!

The Spooky Youth Fun Run is free, but registration (for youth participants) is required. Sign up at https://runsignup.com/SpookyYouthFunRun between now and October 31 (race-day registration allowed).

Bring the whole crew and make a day of it with us and Downtown St. Albans. We hope to see you there! 👻

10/08/2026

Looking for your next fall run? 🍂🏃

We’ve rounded up upcoming running events happening across Vermont this October and November. Swipe through to find your next start line!

A few coming up on the calendar:
Vermont PANDAS/PANS 5K — Alex Manfull Fund
Brewster Ramble — Land Trust
The North Face Race to the Summit — Mountain Resort
Mansfield Uphill — Mansfield Nordic Pro Team
Heady Trotter — Heady Trotter at the Alchemist
Haunted Hustle 5K — South Burlington Recreation and Parks
Sarah Ramsey Strong 5K — Ramsey Strong Fund
Spooky Youth Fun Run — RunVermont Saint Albans

Have a race coming up? Add it to the RunVermont Event Calendar at the link in bio to be included in a future roundup. Then stay tuned in early November for a special roundup of Vermont turkey trots. 🦃

10/07/2026

Meet Jordan Gustafson, winner of the non-binary division at the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon.

Our "Meet the Athlete" series is all about the people who make Vermont's running community what it is, and Jordan's story is one we've been looking forward to sharing.

Jordan crossed the finish line in 3:18 to win the non-binary division, and they did it in their very first VCM. Jordan grew up surrounded by runners. But it was during college in Boston that distance running became something more serious. Since then, it's become a way to unplug, see new places, and find out just how far they can go.

That last part is quite literal. Jordan is working toward running a marathon in all 50 states, and Burlington marked number 27. When we caught up with them, they talked about that journey, the welcome they felt from the crowds lining the course, and what it means to show up as a non-binary athlete in a sport that's still making room.

"I just want other non-binary people to feel like they can do whatever they want to do... it's so important to see representation and openness, and whatever one can do to keep promoting that and moving that along is important."

Congratulations, Jordan, and thank you for sharing your story with us. We hope Vermont ranks high on the list when you hit all 50.

10/03/2026

Looking for the ultimate Vermont fall run? We’ve got the perfect spot! Head over to Yates Family Orchard in Hinesburg, VT, for peak foliage, crisp gravel miles, and some of the best post-run treats in the state.

We’ve mapped out a beautiful 7.2-mile loop that follows the scenic gravel roads right around Yates. If you’re looking to go shorter, try out the 1.2 mile loop in Morse Park, right down the road from the Orchard. You can also find the owner of Yates Family Orchard, Jess; she’s got plenty of great route suggestions to fit your distance.

Once you’ve logged your miles, the real fun begins. Yates offers apple picking through at least the third week of October, plus you have to try their famous “Supreemee Dreamee,” a fresh c***r donut topped with Vermont creemee, caramel, and warm apple pie (pictured above).

It’s the perfect place to score a great run, soak in the views, and check off your fall activities all in one go.

Join our Strava Run Club at the link in bio and find our October 2nd post to access the routes!

10/01/2026

Registration is OPEN for the 2027 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay! 🎉🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

On May 30, 2027, race day returns to Burlington with more ways than ever to take part. Tackle the full 26.2, be among the first to run our NEW half marathon, or gather your crew for one of the relays presented by Darn Tough Vermont Socks.

And that’s not all. A redesigned course is coming for 2027, including the removal of every at-grade Amtrak crossing, which means no more waiting on trains and a smoother race-day experience from start to finish. 🙌🏼

And that’s still not all! Registration is now also open for the 2027 Half Marathon Unplugged, taking place on April 10.

Whether you’re chasing 26.2, taking on 13.1, or sharing the miles with your team, we can’t wait to welcome you to Burlington.

✨Choose your race and secure your spot today at https://www.runvermont.org/vermont-city-marathon-relay/! ✨

09/25/2026

Get ready, future champions! The 2027 M&T Bank Vermont City Two Mile and Mini Marathon are set to return to Waterfront Park on May 29, 2027, and it’s time to start getting your young athletes hyped!

Save the date for a fun-filled race day around Waterfront Park, complete with big high-fives, a mascot dash and shiny finisher medals.

Check back soon for registration opening day, and get excited for the Vermont City Two Mile and Mini Marathon!

09/24/2026

Join us LIVE on Instagram () on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 3 p.m. EDT to break down what’s new for the 2027 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay.

On the agenda:
🏃 A redesigned course
🆕 The addition of a half marathon
❓ Your registration questions, answered in real time

09/23/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT TIME!

For decades, our community has filled the streets of Burlington to run, cheer, volunteer, and celebrate one another. On Sunday, May 30, 2027, we are giving you even more ways to be part of it.

THE BIG NEWS: We are introducing a redesigned M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay course and the addition of a solo half marathon.

Here's what's new (and what's staying just the way you love it):
- A solo Half Marathon. 13.1 on our celebrated course
- No more train delays as every at-grade Amtrak rail crossing is avoided!
- A clearer route with the best cheering spots intact
- The same fast, net-zero course with start/finish at Waterfront Park
- Relays, presented by Darn Tough Vermont, are still here and the 2 Person Relay is now more affordable
- The return of the Bundle to save when you register for the Marathon at VCM & Half Marathon Unplugged and a new Double to save when you register for the Half Marathon at VCM & Half Marathon Unplugged

Registration for every event opens October 1 at 6:00 AM EDT. Round up your crew, book the weekend, and get ready to run Vermont like never before. 💛

📍 Burlington, VT · May 30, 2027
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