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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, ColoradoLOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD SAN LEANDRO 5K, 10, HALF MARATHON & MARATHON
San Leandro, CaliforniaF^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile
Palos Hills, IllinoisP.A.C.E. Races for Youth Athletic Scholarships
Smiths Grove, KentuckyYMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs
Boise, IdahoEPIC Marathon and Running Festival
Green Bay, WisconsinWhitefish Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hammer Nutrition
Whitefish, MontanaMarathon Adventures 2027 Cape Town Marathon Adventure
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAustin'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, PennsylvaniaMISH Waterfront Marathon | Half Marathon | 10K
Gladstone, MichiganMaritime Marathon
Manitowoc, WisconsinHatfield and McCoy Races
South Williamson, KentuckyMoosehead Marathon, Half, 10k and 5k
Greenville, MaineLake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K
Lake Placid, New YorkBangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
Bangor, MaineJasper Mountain Trail Fest 2027
Dayton, WashingtonIndependence Double
Winter Park, FloridaYellowstone Park Trail Races
West Yellowstone, MontanaAugusta Marathon - 5K/10K/Half/Full - Running Festival
Augusta, MaineRaquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k
Potsdam, New YorkPRESALE! 2027 AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & G. Larry James 5K
Atlantic City, New JerseySt. Pete Marathon
Saint Petersburg, FloridaRun for Love 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Full Marathon
Spring Hill, FloridaMetro DC Galloway Training Program
Alexandria, VirginiaGainesville Galloway Training Program
Gainesville, FloridaEl Paso Marathon 'E' & 'L' Medals
El Paso, TexasGainesville Galloway Training Program
Gainesville, FloridaFleet Feet Toledo Training Programs 2026
Toledo, OhioGainesville Galloway Training Program
Gainesville, FloridaEDGE: Advanced Marathon Training Program
Lewis Center, OhioGod 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, 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, ColoradoSummer 2026 Adult Marathon Prep Class - Cary
Apex, North CarolinaMCRRC Experienced Marathon Program (XMP)
Rockville, Maryland
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.