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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, ColoradoBizz Johnson
Susanville, CaliforniaWest of the River Series (June Jaunt, The Potato Run, and Barbecue Bash Quarters)
Rochester, New YorkFoy's to Blacktail Trail Marathon
Kalispell, MontanaVCF 2027 Summer Training Team- Starting June 1st, 2027
Richmond, VirginiaFluted Rock Marathon
Kinlichee, ArizonaRunning with the Devil 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon, and 50K
Las Vegas, NevadaMissoula Marathon Half Marathon 5K Kids Marathon
Missoula, MontanaMidnight Sun Block Party!
Wasilla, AlaskaToledo, OH Galloway Training Program
Whitehouse, OhioIndependence Double
Winter Park, Florida3rd Annual Beer Run
Stephenville, TexasFleet Feet Hartford Summer 2026 Full & Half Marathon Training Programs
West Hartford, ConnecticutTeam Running Lab Half / Full Marathon Training Group
Brighton, MichiganNext Step Training - Half Full Marathon
Columbia, MarylandHotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD
Metairie, LouisianaMontana Trail Series
West Yellowstone, Montana4 THE LONG RUN LLC Half Marathon and Marathon Training (for Log Jammer)
Shreveport, LouisianaThe Yellowstone Trail Marathon and Trail Races
West Yellowstone, MontanaSan Lorenzo River Trail Run
Santa Cruz, CaliforniaAugusta Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
Augusta, MaineStan's Donut Race
Chicago, IllinoisMesa Falls Marathon
Ashton, IdahoSurvive the Night Relays
Lexington, KentuckyAlaska Salmon Runs
Cordova, AlaskaBob Marshall Trail Races
Seeley Lake, MontanaRWT Summer/Fall Marathon Training
Tulsa, OklahomaAsics + Superfeet Marathon Training Program
Columbia, MissouriTrail Camp for Big Kids
Robinsville, North CarolinaTexas Endurance Runs 24/48
Fort Worth, TexasSan Francisco Marathon
San FranciscoBurning River
Cuyahoga Falls, OhioAustin Solstice Circuit 52 Miler • 50K • Marathon • 25K • 10K • 5K • 1 Hour
Spicewood, TexasXENIA AVENUE MARATHON & HALF-MARATHON
Brooklyn Park, MinnesotaHawaii Kai Ultra Run XTreme 2026
Honolulu, HawaiiRun the Pier Running Festival
Manistee, MichiganHalfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run
Johnstown, OhioJack & Jill Marathon & Half
North Bend, WashingtonConquer the Canyon Marathon Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Wellsboro, PennsylvaniaAspen Valley Marathon
Aspen, ColoradoRun for the Elk Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Emporium, PennsylvaniaWARRIOR RUSH 5K - 10K - Half 13.1 - Full Marathon 26.2 (Milwaukee)
Shorewood, Wisconsin
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.