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Flying Pig Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km with up to 375 m D+ in Cincinnati (Ohio, United States)

LocationCincinnati, Ohio, United StatesShow on map(39.1031° N, 84.5120° W)
Date & StatusApril 30, 2027 to May 2, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +375 m

Flying Pig Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Cincinnati, Ohio, US focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier, Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include Kids & Youth Races, Relay, City Run, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +375 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +375 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +251 m D+), 10 K (10 km, +54 m D+), and 5 K (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 30, 2027 to May 2, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (flyingpigmarathon.com).

Official website
Flying Pig Marathon in Cincinnati (Work: "Runner gives thumbs up during race in a crowded street at an evening event with spectators gathered around", Photo: Shixart1985, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Runner gives thumbs up during race in a crowded street at an evening event with spectators gathered around" · Photo: Shixart1985 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

Kids & Youth RacesRelayCity RunMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+375 m119 m - 277 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon (Relay)Road Running42.2 km+375 m122 m - 280 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+251 m125 m - 230 mLoop courseRoute & profile
10 KRoad Running10 km+54 m128 m - 151 mLoop courseRoute & profile
5 KRoad Running5 km+22 m131 m - 140 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+375 m D+
Elevation loss
-375 m D-
Altitude range
119 m - 277 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
1.8 % / 3.2 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+375 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS39.1031° N, 84.5120° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 119 m to 277 m above sea level (+375 m D+, -375 m D-)

Peak: 277 m·at 11.9 km·Ø 1.8 %
119 m172 m224 m277 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km277 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Flying Pig Marathon take place?

Flying Pig Marathon takes place in Cincinnati, Ohio, US (start area at coordinates 39.1031° N, 84.512° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 30, 2027 to May 2, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Flying Pig Marathon?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +375 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +375 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +251 m D+), 10 K (10 km, +54 m D+), and 5 K (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Flying Pig Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +375 m of elevation gain and -375 m of elevation loss, ranging between 119 m and 277 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Flying Pig Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (flyingpigmarathon.com).