Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10k
Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10k is a running race on October 18, 2026 in Hancock, MD, with entry fees from $55 to $90.
- Date
- October 18, 2026 (87 days to go)
- Price
- $55–$90
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The WMRT Marathon/half marathon/10k is back for the 11th edition in 2026. The course is the same, the history is the same, BUT the race has been renamed for one of Washington County Maryland's greatest distance runners and the creator of the JFK50 Miler, Buzz Sawyer.
Frank and Mike of Altis Endurance have passed the race on to Katie and Adam Lowe of 2Lowe Run Company to continue the race's traditions.
The Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K is set for Sunday October 18th, 2026. This race takes place in its entirety on the fantastic Western Maryland Rail Trail (WMRT) located in - wait for it - Western Maryland.
The race start/finish is located in the wonderful town of Hancock. The town of Hancock is a super trail town with great C&O Canal history and scenery in addition to the WMRT. Hancock is definitely a place to visit for those who love trails.
The marathon MD17006NP and half marathon MD17005NP courses are USATF Certified Courses. This is a good Boston qualifying course!
The marathon starts at 7:30 AM, the half marathon starts at 8:00 AM, and the 10K start at 8:15. The start/finish is located on the Western Maryland Rail Trail just north of C&O Bicycle at 9 S Pennsylvania Ave Hancock, MD 21750.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
65°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cacapon St Pk #2, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hancock, MD
Population
1,715
as of 2023
City Elevation
480 ft
Nearest Airport
HGR
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field · 24 mi
Major Hub
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 65 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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87
Days to train
- Race
- Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10k
- Date
- October 18, 2026
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Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10k
Oct 18, 2026