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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
Sports Backers Marathon Training Team
Richmond, VirginiaEvery Woman's Marathon with Girls on the Run
Scottsdale, ArizonaFFNJ Half and Full Marathon Training Program Supported by Adidas
Morristown, New JerseyRed Coyote Fall 2025 Half/Full Marathon Training Program
Oklahoma City, OklahomaJunior Marathon 2024
Rock Hill, New York[CANCELLED] Sloan's Lake Search Party (SLSP) Marathon Hourly Loop Race!
Denver, ColoradoRusty Fish Marathon
Manistee, MichiganKMXT's Run the Rock
Kodiak, AlaskaPRESALE! 2025 AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Atlantic City, New JerseyThe Great Waterville Marathon & Half
Waterville, MaineTCS New York City Marathon - Students Run Philly Style
New York, New York2025 Rim Rock Marathon and Half Marathon
Fruita, MesaSports Backers Half Marathon Training Team
Richmond, VirginiaSports Backers Marathon Training Team
Richmond, VirginiaPapa Loco Marathon And Half Marathon
Conway, Arkansas21st Annual Run Through Time Trail Marathon and Half Marathon
Salida, ColoradoYakima River Canyon Marathon and Half-Marathon
Yakima, WashingtonMountain Man Memorial March
Gatlinburg, TennesseeBirmingham Marathon, Half, & 10K
Birmingham, AlabamaMERCY HEALTH GLASS CITY MARATHON
Toledo, OhioProject Youth OC - 2025 OC Marathon
Costa Mesa, California3 Days at the Fair
Augusta, New JerseyMed City Marathon, presented by ActivePT
Rochester, MinnesotaArmed Services Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Grand Haven, MichiganBayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run
Traverse City, MichiganSandhills Marathon
Valentine, NebraskaLake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K
Lake Placid, New YorkRace the Wolf
Sandpoint, IdahoMissoula Marathon Half Marathon 5K Kids Marathon
Missoula, Montana1812 Challenge Weekend
Sackets Harbor, New YorkRun the Pier Running Festival
Manistee, MichiganWausau Marathon
Wausau, WisconsinMontana Marathon
Billings, MontanaPre-Registration Bakersfield Marathon 2027
Bakersfield, 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.