Conquer The Canal
Conquer The Canal is a running race on May 21–22, 2027 in Delaware City, DE, with entry fees from $25 to $125.
- Date
- May 21–22, 2027 (304 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$125
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Can you Conquer the Canal? We'll give you FIVE different ways to do it!
The Conquer the Canal Race Series comprises a Certified Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k, in addition to a Family Fun Run 5k. Each race will guide its runners alongside the beautifully scenic waterways of the C&D Canal!
The Conquer the Canal races are great for both experienced and new runners!
Why?
The majority of the course is very level and on solid ground, making it a smooth run with beautiful views of the water and nature! These course conditions allow those with experience to stretch their legs and challenge their PR on a certified course, while being amazing conditions for those running their first races or those ready to conquer a certified 5K or marathon!
Your run makes a difference!
The Conquer the Canal Race Series donates proceeds to many worthy local charities and non-profit organizations in New Castle County.
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
75°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilmington New Castle Co Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Delaware City, DE
Population
1,976
as of 2023
City Elevation
8 ft
Nearest Airport
ILG
Wilmington Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Conquer The Canal
May 21, 2027