2. TRAFFIC ADVISORY PLAN AHEAD FOR THE UC MARATHON: ROAD CLOSURES & TRAFFIC INFO

TRAFFIC ADVISORY PLAN AHEAD FOR THE UC MARATHON: ROAD CLOSURES & TRAFFIC INFO

Friday, April 3, 2026 - 13:01

(Charleston, W.Va.) – The University of Charleston Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 12, beginning at 7 a.m., bringing runners and spectators together across Charleston. Motorists traveling the morning of the race—especially those commuting across or near the race route—are encouraged to leave a little earlier than usual and plan alternate routes when possible.    

Safety is the top priority. Motorists are asked to remain alert, watch for runners, and follow directions from law enforcement and event personnel along the course.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Most roads will be rolling closures, meaning roads will temporarily close as runners pass and will reopen once runners and event vehicles have passed.  
  • Crossing the race route will be permitted. Motorists should follow instructions from officers and volunteers stationed along the course.
  • Driving along the race route will not be permitted while runners are present.
  • Some roads will be closed or restricted during the race.  
  • Motorists may experience delays.  Plan ahead and allow extra travel time.

 

TIMING & KEY IMPACTS (RACE DAY)

  • 7 a.m. | race begins  
  • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. | Runners are expected to be on the West Side between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m., with the course anticipated to clear the Patrick Street Bridge by approximately 9 a.m.  
  • The northbound lanes (traveling toward Patrick Street Plaza) will be closed to traffic while runners are in the area.  
  • 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Runners are expected to arrive at UC’s campus (mile marker 10).  
  • Noon | Most runners are expected to be off the course  
  • 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | a smaller number of participants will remain on the race route  
  • 12:30 p.m. | MacCorkle Avenue is expected to fully re-open.  
  • 2 p.m.| race is expected to conclude  

 

ROAD CLOSURES

Beginning Saturday, April 11 at 6 a.m. through Sunday, April 12 at 6 p.m.:  

  • Capitol Street (Quarrier Street to Lee Street)
  • Lee Triangle

 

Sunday, April 12 (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.):

  • Summers Street (from the parking garage exit to Lee Street)

 

Sunday, April 12 (7 a.m. – 3 p.m.):

Kanawha Boulevard:

  • Eastbound (river side) lanes closed from Hale Street to Wertz Avenue
  • All lanes closed from Court Street to Hale Street

 

MacCorkle Avenue:

  • Closed from US Route 119 to Porter Road
  • Westbound traffic will be redirected at Porter Road
  • Eastbound traffic will not be permitted past US 119 toward Thayer Street
  • Porter Road will remain open with traffic routed eastbound onto MacCorkle Avenue
  • Thayer and Ferry Streets will be closed to traffic during the affected times.

 

Southside Bridge:

  • Restricted from Bridge Road to Virginia Street
  • Traffic will be allowed until runners approach

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • View the full race route map: https://www.ucwv.edu/marathon/.
  • View the UC Marathon FAQ: https://runsignup.com/Race/UCMarathon/Page-5  
  • Questions regarding the event can be directed to: marathon@ucwv.edu  
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