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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 2026
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 2026 - 2027 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 2026 - 2027
Oakland Marathon
Oakland, AlamedaBank of American Chicago Marathon
Chicago, CookYellowstone Park Trail Races
West Yellowstone, MontanaBurning River Endurance Run & Relay
Cuyahoga Falls, OhioHaulin Aspen
Bend, OregonPaavo Nurmi Marathon | Half | Relay | And More
Hurley, WisconsinRun S'more 24
Nashotah, WisconsinRedwood (Summer) Trail Run
Oakland, CaliforniaDark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Mill Spring, North CarolinaBound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Minneapolis
Richfield, MinnesotaMoonlight on the Falls - Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, and Distance Challenge
Davis, West VirginiaRUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC END OF SUMMER MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K
Rockaway BEACH, New YorkGarmin Marathon Ventura
Ventura, CaliforniaWausau Marathon
Wausau, WisconsinRuntastic NEBO
Payson, UtahMillennium Meadows Marathon
Grand Rapids, MichiganDeBary 50K, Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K – MileBuilt Gemini Springs Labor Day 4-Day Challenge
DeBary, FloridaEast Canyon Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K
Morgan, Utah27th Annual Pocatello Marathon
Pocatello, IdahoLabor Day Triple (Three Days, Five Distances to choose from)
Winter Park, FloridaFirefly Trail Festival
Fort Wayne, IndianaLabor Day Trail Challenge 50-Mile • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon & Ruck • 8-Hour • Last Runner Standing
Cedar Creek, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Stillwater, OK (36)
Stillwater, OklahomaFall - Mud Mountain Dam Marathon & Half Marathon
Enumclaw, WashingtonMinuteman BQ Marathon
Arlington, MiddlesexMalad Valley Marathon
Malad City, IdahoBoston or Bust Marathon
Huntsville, AlabamaCajunMan Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon & 5k Run
Lafayette, Louisiana2027 - NorthShore Inline Marathon
Duluth, MinnesotaPriest Lake Marathon
Priest Lake, IdahoLincoln Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K
Lincoln, MaineThe Divide Trail Race
Butte, MontanaWaterville Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
Waterville, MaineIrving Oktoberfest Half Marathon
Irving, TexasTrinity Health Probility Ann Arbor Marathon
Ann Arbor, MichiganViking 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Stillwater, OK (40)
Stillwater, OklahomaThe Blazing Marathon
Des Moines, Iowa2027 Greenbrier River Trail Marathon & Half Marathon
Marlinton, West VirginiaAntelope Island Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K
Syracuse, UtahBank of America Chicago Marathon Semper Fi & America's Fund Team
Chicago, IllinoisRaquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k
Potsdam, New YorkPocono Mountains Marathon Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Greentown, Pennsylvania
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.