Course is a gently rolling tour of historic Downtown Frederick city, and the residential neighborhoods of Frederick county. Starts and finishes at Harry Grove Stadium, home of the Frederick Keys Baseball team.

Frederick Marathon

Human Interest Story

When Dickson Mercer went to Africa to work in the Peace Corps in 2007, the former Frederick resident and avid runner wanted to make sure he could continue to run.

Finding a Way

Post-Race Review/ Results

Heavy rains pounded the Frederick Marathon on Sunday for the seventh annual running of the race. Dickson Mercer, 27, won the overall men's title with a time of 2 hours 37 minutes and 3 seconds.

Rain does not dampen Frederick Marathon

Two runners who were second in previous Frederick Marathons won the big prize in the rain on Sunday.

Mercer, Knickman Win Rainy Marathon

With the heaviest bands of rain hitting the area during the Sunday morning hours, it was a soggy, cold Frederick Marathon for thousands of runners.

Rain Does Not Dampen Frederick Marathon

Make sure you know the course if you are up front

Much improved organization. Nice marathon.

Parking is a bear; fans and course are great!

Tough Course, Great Organization, Great Support

Logistical Problems again to get to the start

Horrible organization for my first half-marathon

Nice small town feel, challenging course..

A great race marred by only a single glitch

1/2 marathon was an almost perfect event!

absolutely great and getting better every year

Great Marathon Organization and Volunteers

With a few adjustments, will be a great race.

Decent first-time experience in Frederick

Great race if you like a lot of rolling hills.

Good course, supportive fans - but windy!!

One great event!  Thanks.  My first.  A real joy.

Frederick Marathon

Marathon Results