City of Oaks Marathon Coverage

Hills make City of Oaks Marathon hard; here's a finisher's guide to survive

The City of Oaks Marathon is a challenging but rewarding race that takes runners through the beautiful city of Raleigh. The course is hilly and difficult, but the support from the crowd and the satisfaction of finishing make it all worthwhile.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Examining the numbers behind the City of Oaks Marathon

This Sunday, more than 5,800 runners are expected to run in the City of Oaks Marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K.

Running by the numbers: Raleigh runners prepare to take on the City of Oaks Marathon

Only about 15% of the population logs some miles regularly - and even fewer - 0.1% - actually race, research shows. This Sunday, more than 5,800 runners will be toeing the line, ready to take on the City of Oaks Marathon.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL investigative data reporter

Thousands to run in City of Oaks Marathon on Sunday in Raleigh

The City of Oaks Marathon is set to start at 7 a.m. Sunday.

City of Oaks Marathon guide: Everything you need to know before Sunday's races

The full marathon is set to start at 7 a.m. Sunday. There will be street closures in downtown Raleigh and along Hillsborough Street.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

From New Year's Resolution to City of Oaks Marathon runner

To train for the City of Oaks Marathon, find a training program and stick to it, listen to your body, stay hydrated and have fun.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Hedingham shooting victim's husband thanks running community for support

Tom Karnatz told WRAL News he is amazed at the outpouring of support he's found in the Raleigh running community.

Prepare for downtown delays during City of Oaks marathon

The City of Oaks Marathon is back in town on Nov. 6. The start line will be on 400 Glenwood Ave. and the finish line will be at 500 N. West St.

2022 City of Oaks Marathon dedicated to Hedingham shooting victim

The race through downtown Raleigh began with a moment of silence in memory of avid runner Sue Karnatz, one of five victims of the mass shooting in Raleigh last month.

Jodi Leese Glusco, WRAL director of digital content and Adam Owens, WRAL anchor/reporter

Runners hit the streets for 15th annual City of Oaks Marathon

As early as 7 a.m., crowds were gathering downtown on Glenwood Avenue between Peace Street and Jones Street, waiting to start the 15th anniversary of the city's hometown race.

Joe Fisher, WRAL reporter

Ready, set, go! Runners take off in 15th annual City of Oaks Marathon

As early as 7 a.m., crowds were gathering downtown on Glenwood Avenue between Peace Street and Jones Street, waiting to start the 15th anniversary of the city's hometown race.

Thousands of runners hit the street for Raleigh's annual City of Oaks Marathon

A Durham woman and a Cary man were the top runners in the city's annual City of Oaks Marathon, which brought thousands of people out to Raleigh Sunday morning to compete or view the participants as they worked up a sweat on a very chilly morning.

Mikaya Thurmond, WRAL anchor/reporter

City of Oaks Marathon participants hit the streets

A Durham woman and a Cary man were the top runners in the city's annual City of Oaks Marathon.

Four Books for City of Oaks Marathoners (and Other Runners Too)

Jason Jefferies, Quail Ridge Books

Road closure list: City of Oaks marathon

Raleigh roads will shut down as thousands of runners compete in the City of Oaks marathon Sunday.

City of Oaks Marathon returns in November

Lace up your running shoes and get ready for Raleigh's Hometown Race -- the City of Oaks Marathon returns in November.

'A lot of hills': First marathon finisher reflects on course

The winner of the 12th annual City of Oaks Marathon crossed the finish line Sunday right before 9:45 a.m. with a run time just over two hours and 39 minutes.

First marathon runner crosses City of Oaks finish line

The clocks fell back overnight, giving thousands of runners and walkers an extra hour of sleep Sunday before the 12th annual City of Oaks Marathon.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL.com editor

Ready, set, go! City of Oaks Marathon begins

WRAL is live at the starting line as thousands participate in the City of Oaks Marathon in downtown Raleigh. Jeff Hogan is talking to participants along the way on WRAL's Morning News.

Expect pleasant Sunday before cloudy Monday

Sunday is expected to be pleasant as Daylight Saving Time ends with a 5 percent chance of rain and temperatures in the 60s, WRAL meteorologist Kat Campbell said.

Kat Campbell, WRAL meteorologist

City of Oaks Marathon to close roads

The City of Oaks Marathon will close roads Sunday morning.

Weekend best bets: Smash pumpkins, throw axes

It's a busy weekend in the Triangle!

Kathy Hanrahan, Out and About editor

Road closure list: City of Oaks marathon

Raleigh roads will shut down as thousands of runners compete in the City of Oaks marathon Sunday.

City of Oaks Marathon: A preview

The City of Oaks Marathon will be held Nov. 4, and WRAL-TV is a sponsor.

WRAL to sponsor City of Oaks Marathon

Raleigh's hometown race is pleased to announce WRAL as the presenting sponsor of the 2018 City of Oaks Marathon, set to take place Nov. 3-4, 2018.