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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
Colorado Springs Marathon, Half, 5K, and Kids K
Colorado Springs, ColoradoOmaha Costco Marathon
Omaha, Nebraska2027 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon
Kalamazoo, MichiganThe Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival
Jim Thorpe, PennsylvaniaMERCY HEALTH GLASS CITY MARATHON
Toledo, OhioMarathon Adventures 2027 London Marathon Adventure Deposit
Minneapolis, MinnesotaKewash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Washington, IowaRun for a Reason 2027 with Two Daughters Foundation
Eugene, OregonLewis & Clark Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run
Council Bluffs, IowaGreat Woods Marathon & 5k
Mansfield, Massachusetts2Slow4Boston Marathon, Half & 50K
Greer, South CarolinaCedar Rapids Marathon Weekend - Early Bird
Cedar Rapids, IowaShiprock Marathon
Shiprock, New MexicoRun Happy 50K (and other happy distances)
South Bend, IndianaGreat Allegheny Ohiopyle Marathon Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Ohiopyle, PennsylvaniaTacoma City Marathon / Half / Ghost / 10K / 5K / 1K
Tacoma, WashingtonThe Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaThe Bluffs Trail Runs
Eminence, MissouriEau Claire Marathon
Eau ClaireSunshine Double
Winter Park, FloridaBoise River Marathon
Boise, IdahoThe Colorado Marathon
Fort Collins, ColoradoChicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
Schaumburg, Illinois2027 Avenue of the Giants Marathon
Arcata, CaliforniaProvidence Rhode Races
East Providence, Rhode IslandGrizzly Peak Trail Run
Berkeley, CaliforniaP.A.C.E. Races for Youth Athletic Scholarships
Smiths Grove, KentuckyF^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile
Palos Hills, IllinoisNew River Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Todd, North CarolinaPechanga Trail Run
Spicewood, TexasYMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs
Boise, IdahoWindermere Marathon
Spokane, WashingtonEPIC Marathon and Running Festival
Green Bay, WisconsinConquer The Canal
Delaware City, DelawareWhitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition
Whitefish, MontanaMarathon Adventures 2027 Cape Town Marathon Adventure
Minneapolis, MinnesotaCDA Marathon
Coeur d'Alene, IdahoAustin's Backyard Ultra • Marathon • Full • Half & Memorial Day Remembrance Run 4 Miler • 8 Miler
Marble Falls, TexasBuffalo Marathon Weekend
Buffalo, New YorkRabid Raccoon 100
Beaver Falls, PennsylvaniaWeld Your Mettle Running Festival
Eaton, ColoradoCinderella Trail Run
Oakland, California
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.