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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, AlamedaSalt Lake City Marathon
Salt Lake City, UtahHoliday Victory Lap and Star of Texas 50 Miler, 50K, Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K
Spicewood, Texas2026 Honolulu Marathon Semper Fi & America's Fund Team
Honolulu, HawaiiHoliday 5K, 10K, 13.1, & 26.2 at Crossroads Recreational Complex, Temple, TX (51) 80
Temple, TexasIrving Frost Marathon
Irving, TexasThe Longest Night (50mi - 50k - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Greenville, South CarolinaHoliday 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Homestead, FL (52)
Homestead, FloridaHoliday 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Panama City Beach, FL (52)
Panama City Beach, FloridaHoliday Five
Winter Park, FloridaLast Chance Marathon and Half Marathon
Bellingham, WashingtonSt. Pete Marathon
Saint Petersburg, FloridaRevolution Run - New Years Day Morning
Kearns, Utah7th Annual Mangum Marathon & 1/2 Marathon
Ellerbe, North CarolinaWhite Continent 50k, Marathon & Half-Marathon
Minneapolis, MinnesotaJacksonville Galloway Training Program
Jacksonville, FloridaMetro DC Galloway Training Program
Alexandria, VirginiaGainesville Galloway Training Program
Gainesville, FloridaWinter 2025/2026 Full & Half Marathon Training Evening - Apex
Apex, North CarolinaWinter 2025/2026 Full & Half Marathon Training Morning - Cary
Apex, North CarolinaWinter 2025/2026 Full & Half Marathon Training Morning - Holly Springs
Holly Springs, North CarolinaMCRRC Winter Marathon Training Program (WMT)
Rockville, MarylandRRRC Winter Training Teams
Richmond, VirginiaFrosty Feet Winter Mileage Challenge
Lexington, KentuckyEDGE: Advanced Marathon Training Program
Lewis Center, OhioDallas Running Club 2026 Spring Training Program
Dallas, TexasMuseum of Aviation Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K and Hand Cycle Race
Warner Robins, GeorgiaMelting Mitten Mini-Marathon
Dexter, MichiganBoston Fire Cancer Foundation
Boston, MassachusettsProject Youth OC - 2025 OC Marathon
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaHudson Valley Marathon
Highland, UlsterCougar Mountain Trail Run Series (May)
Bellevue, WashingtonEPIC Marathon and Running Festival with myTEAM TRIUMPH
Green Bay, Wisconsin27th Annual D&R Canal Towpath "Train"ing Run
Piscataway, New JerseyCougar Mountain Trail Run Series (June)
Bellevue, WashingtonQueen City Crown
Helena, MontanaCougar Mountain Trail Run Series (August)
Bellevue, WashingtonBeat the Blerch
Carnation, WashingtonFox Cities Marathon with myTEAM TRIUMPH
Menasha, WisconsinPikes Peak Marathon
Manitou Springs, ColoradoNJ Trail Series One Day
Augusta, New JerseyFreedom's Run
Shepherdstown, West Virginia
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.