Marathon de Lincoln

Marathon de Lincoln is held in Lincoln, Nebraska, on May 2, 2027, by the shores of Holmes Lake. Two distances are offered: the marathon (26.2 miles) and the half marathon (13.1 miles). No start times or elevation figures are listed for either course.

An early May marathon means most of the training falls in winter, so plan for treadmill or cold-weather long runs and be ready to adjust paces when the first warm day arrives. A 16-week build with one long run per week, stretching toward 20 miles, is the standard route to the start line, along with a drinking and fueling plan rehearsed at marathon effort. Runners not yet ready for the full distance can use the half as a stepping stone and target the marathon the following year.