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Marathons are a bucket list goal for most runners across America. The 26.2 miles (42km) is a huge achievement, but short enough to be possible by most people - after a lot of hard training - but definitely long enough and tough enough to make running marathons one of life's most memorable experiences.
From small, locally organized marathons, to the biggest races in the USA, attracting tens of thousands of runners, the findarace event calendar is the most comprehensive and is the easiest way to find your next great challenge.
Marathons Near Me 2025
So whether you’re looking for your nearest trail marathon in Arizona or Texas or the buzz of a big-city road-race in New York, Ohio or Massachusetts check out our comprehensive 2025 - 2026 marathons list below: and hit the “Refine” button above to tailor your search by location or terrain.
If 26.2 miles doesn't feel tough enough, think about trying a challenging Ultra Marathon. And if you're not quite ready for a Full Marathon yet? See our Half Marathon Calendar.
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US Marathons 2025 - 2026
Run for the Elk Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Emporium, PennsylvaniaEmerald Isle Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K
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Coastal Delaware Running Festival
Rehoboth Beach, DelawareHogeye Marathon & Relays
Springdale, ArkansasMillbrook Marathon presented by the EDRRC
Millbrook, New YorkVirginia Creeper Marathon
Abingdon, VirginiaRun the River
Kennewick, WashingtonNewport Rhode Races
Newport, Rhode IslandHorseshoe Lake Trail Run
La Honda, CaliforniaBrew City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Milwaukee, WisconsinCarmel Marathon Weekend
Carmel, IndianaMountains 2 Beach Marathon and Half
Ventura, CaliforniaFoot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon
Roanoke, VirginiaWithlacoochee Trail Marathon
Hernando, FloridaAthens Ohio Marathon
Athens, OhioDelaware Running Festival
Wilmington, DelawareKentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend
Louisville, KentuckyRuns With Scissors Races
Brighton, ColoradoPandora's Box of Rox
Burnet, TexasThe Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network
Jim Thorpe, PennsylvaniaSalt Lake City Marathon
Salt Lake City, UtahKewash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Washington, IowaGreat Woods Marathon
Mansfield, MassachusettsMarathon Adventures 2026 London Marathon Adventure Deposit
Minneapolis, MinnesotaMaui Marathon and Half Marathon April 26, 2026
Lāhainā, Hawaii2026 Cal Tri Culpeper - 4.26.26
Culpeper, Virginia2026 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon
Kalamazoo, Michigan2Slow4Boston Marathon & Half
Greer, South CarolinaMoosehead Marathon and Half Marathon
Greenville, MaineLONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL
East Meadow, New YorkShiprock Marathon
Shiprock, New MexicoEau Claire Marathon
Eau ClaireSunshine Double
Winter Park, FloridaGreat Allegheny Ohiopyle Marathon Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Ohiopyle, PennsylvaniaThe Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaThe Bluffs Trail Runs
Eminence, Missouri2026 Avenue of the Giants Marathon
Arcata, CaliforniaProvidence Rhode Races
East Providence, Rhode IslandChicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
Schaumburg, IllinoisThe Colorado Marathon
Fort Collins, ColoradoF^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile
Palos Hills, IllinoisP.A.C.E. Marathon and Half Marathon
Smiths Grove, Kentucky
How long does it take to run a marathon?
How long does it take to run a marathon?
For the average runner, achieving a marathon completion time of under 4 hours is a big achievement. Some marathons, like the Phoenix marathon, are renowned for a fast course and attract elite runners looking to achieve their very best times.
Why run a marathon?
Why run a marathon?
Running a marathon is a real feat of endurance and takes a serious amount of commitment and preparation. There are lots of reasons thousands of Americans run marathons each year, from personal goals to weight loss and raising money for charity. Running a marathon is a real journey that involves committing plenty of time to train, but the reward of the life-affirming achievement is definitely worth it!
What are the biggest marathons in the US?
What are the biggest marathons in the US?
There are a huge number of marathons across America every year, but there are a handful of globally known prestigious events on everyone’s bucket list. The iconic Boston Marathon is a true American classic, whilst the annual Chicago marathon is an event with fiercely sought-after entrances. New York is one if the biggest cities in the world, and its marathon is the biggest in the U with 47,839 finishers in 2022.
What is the average marathon finishing time?
What is the average marathon finishing time?
The average global marathon time is 4 hours, 29 minutes, and 53 seconds. If we look at the times by gender, men typically finish a marathon in about 4 hours, 21 minutes, and 3 seconds, while women usually take around 4 hours, 48 minutes, and 45 seconds.
How long should a beginner train for a marathon?
How long should a beginner train for a marathon?
Marathon training programs usually last between 12 and 20 weeks. New marathon runners should work towards increasing their weekly running distance to 50 miles during the four months before the marathon. It's enough to run three to five times a week. Most of these runs should be at an easy pace.
How to choose the right Marathon race?
How to choose the right Marathon race?
Two key factors to consider are weather and course conditions. Depending on what time of year and which state you’re running in, you’ll come up against a wide variety of different weather conditions and that could make completing the race more difficult. You should also consider how tough the course is and how many steep hills are included in the route. Keeping these factors in mind will help you to choose a race with the right level of challenge.
