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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
Salt Lake City Marathon
Salt Lake City, UtahColorado Springs Marathon, Half, 5K, and Kids K
Colorado Springs, ColoradoNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club PHOENIX
Phoenix, ArizonaNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee KANSAS CITY
Kansas City, MissouriNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club HOUSTON
Houston, TexasNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaTrailway Trail Race
Somerville, TexasNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee MIAMI
Key Biscayne, FloridaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club KANSAS CITY
Kansas City, MissouriNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TexasNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee NYC
New York, New YorkNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club LAS VEGAS
Las Vegas, NevadaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club SEATTLE
Seattle, WashingtonNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee PHILADELPHIA
Camden, New JerseyNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club MIAMI
Key Biscayne, FloridaNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee LAS VEGAS
Las Vegas, NevadaNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee PHOENIX
Phoenix, ArizonaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club ATLANTA
Atlanta, GeorgiaNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee ATLANTA
Atlanta, GeorgiaNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TexasNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
Cedar Park, TexasGentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus
Holland, MichiganNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
Cedar Park, TexasNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CaliforniaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Evanston, IllinoisNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Evanston, IllinoisNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee SEATTLE
Seattle, WashingtonNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CaliforniaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club DALLAS FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TexasNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee DALLAS FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, Texas2025 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay
Lexington, VirginiaCheers to Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TexasRun for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
Austin, TexasRun for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco, CaliforniaCheers to Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 DENVER/AURORA
Centennial, ColoradoRun for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Evanston, IllinoisCheers to Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON
Houston, TexasRun for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TexasHaunted 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, 13.1 & 26.2 at Paul Boorman Trail Park, Longview, TX (40)
Longview, TexasCheers to Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaCheers to Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Kansas City, Missouri
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.