Chord Energy Williston Marathon

Chord Energy Williston Marathon

The Chord Energy Williston Marathon is a premier endurance event in Williston, North Dakota. This course is held at the Williston Basin International Airport. Runners will get the unique experience of running on the runway of the airport! Our race day events are a Boston Qualifying Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K.

2026 Williston Marathon Date: COMING SOON!

PACKET PICKUP:

• June 6th at the Williston Area Recreation Center (822 18th St E, Williston, ND 58801) from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
• June 7th at the "big tent" at Williston Marathon start line from 5:30am to 8:00am

All runners registered for the marathon, half marathon, 10K, or 5K will receive a 2025 finisher metal! Must register by May 17 to receive a shirt!

Races: All events will start and finish at the Overland Aviation building on the Williston Basin International Airport campus. There is ample parking at the event plus areas for family and friends to cheer on our runners! Please do not block any driveways, intersections or entrances to the oil pumper sites.

• Marathon - Shotgun kick off at 6:30am
• Half Marathon - Shotgun kick off at 7:00am
• 10K - Shotgun kick off at 8:00am
• 5K - Shotgun kick off at 8:15am

Due to the nature of the roads outside of the airport gates, we do not allow strollers for the 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon races. No animals unless they are a service animal. Williston Marathon event closes at 2pm.

Additional Info:

• Routes:The routes will be thoroughly marked by signage and volunteer direction. Route maps will also be available online, at packet pick-up and at the event table on race day!
• Water Stations:There 6 water stations along the marathon/half marathon route. Along with basic first aid, electrolytes, and light refuel options
• Restrooms:Restrooms will be available at the start line and on the route at the cell phone lot at mile 11.
• Timing:Thanks to Competitive Timing, this will be a chip timed event.
• Post Run Event:Spectators and participants are all welcome to enjoy our finish line and post run event.

For questions please contact: [email protected]