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Whidbey Island Marathon draws 1,520 runners, organizers tout tourism boost
Summary
Organizers said the 2025 Whidbey Island Marathon drew 1,520 participants from across the U.S. and Canada and generated roughly 464 room nights in Oak Harbor. The race director and the Oak Harbor Chamber are exploring partnerships and marketing to expand out-of-area visitation and make the event a multi-day weekend draw.
Jared Langer, the race director introduced as representing Fizz Events, told the Oak Harbor City Council on Sept. 16 that the 2025 Whidbey Island Marathon drew 1,520 registered participants, including runners from 34 states and Canada and an average participant age of 36. He said roughly 464 room nights in Oak Harbor were represented by participants and that 59% of entrants were female.
“We sold out almost every room in Oak Harbor and multiple properties throughout the island,”…
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