St. George proclaims Oct. 3 as Marathon Day as race marks 50th run

Mayor Jimmy Hughes and Councilmember Austin Anderson presented a proclamation designating Oct. 3, 2026, as Marathon Day to mark the St. George Marathon’s 50th running. Parks and Community Services staff accepted the proclamation and highlighted the event’s scale and local involvement.

"We are really excited…we'll celebrate over 10,000 athletes coming through that finish line," a Parks representative said during the presentation, noting participants from 50 states and about 20 countries. The council encouraged residents to participate in associated events, including the mayor’s walk and community activities tied to Dixie Days and the marathon weekend.

The proclamation formalizes the city’s recognition of the marathon as a major annual event and frames it as both a tourism draw and a community celebration. City staff said race proceeds and associated activities contribute to the city’s general fund and local economy; specific financial figures were not specified.