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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, CookPocono Mountains Marathon Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Greentown, Pennsylvania2027 Bank of America Chicago Marathon ACS Team DetermiNation Reservation System
Chicago, IllinoisBank of American Chicago Marathon
Chicago, CookPRESALE! 2027 AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & G. Larry James 5K
Atlantic City, New JerseyIMT Des Moines Marathon - Early Bird
Des Moines, Iowa2027 The Snohomish River Run Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Snohomish, WashingtonSt. Pete Marathon
Saint Petersburg, FloridaRun for Love 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Full Marathon
Spring Hill, FloridaRaceJoy Realtime
Moorestown, New JerseyMetro DC Galloway Training Program
Alexandria, VirginiaGainesville Galloway Training Program
Gainesville, FloridaRTV - 26.2 Mile Challenge 2026
Any Town, New JerseyGainesville Galloway Training Program
Gainesville, FloridaGod Family Country 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2 - Only $15!
Glendale, Arizona2026 I Have a Dream 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2 - Now Only $18
Mcdonough, GeorgiaRace Alotl for the Axolotl 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2 - Now Only $12!
Mcdonough, GeorgiaI’m Your Huckleberry 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2 - Now Only $15
Mcdonough, GeorgiaReady for Marathon/50K/50-Mile
Rochester, New YorkTeam Philly Race Training 2026
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaMetro DC Galloway Training Program
Alexandria, VirginiaAtlanta Marathon & Half Marathon Galloway Training
Atlanta, GeorgiaGainesville Galloway Training Program
Gainesville, FloridaSalt Lake City Marathon
Salt Lake City, UtahGet Strong in 2026 (Optional, you can run Marathon or half marathon, 10k or 5k)
Aldie, VirginiaTeam AIMS Marathon Training Program
Herndon, VirginiaThe Colorado Marathon
Fort Collins, ColoradoMCRRC First Time Marathon (FTM) Program
Rockville, MarylandPGRC Marathon Training Program
Greenbelt, Maryland5 Fields/TCRR Training Team
Charles City, VirginiaFall 10 Miler, Half Marathon, and Marathon Training
Arlington, VirginiaDallas, TX Galloway Training Program
Dallas, TexasMCRRC Experienced Marathon Program (XMP)
Rockville, MarylandToledo, OH Galloway Training Program
Whitehouse, OhioNext Step Training - Half Full Marathon
Columbia, Maryland4 THE LONG RUN LLC Half Marathon and Marathon Training (for Log Jammer)
Shreveport, LouisianaLOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD SAN LEANDRO 5K, 10, HALF MARATHON & MARATHON
San Leandro, CaliforniaSVR Richmond Marathon Group Training Program
Winchester, VirginiaFall 2026 Adult Full & Half Marathon Training Morning - Holly Springs
Holly Springs, North CarolinaFall 2026 Adult Full & Half Marathon Training Morning - Cary
Apex, North CarolinaFall 2026 Adult Full & Half Marathon Training Evening - Apex
Apex, North Carolina
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.