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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
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Richmond, VirginiaCedar Rapids Marathon Weekend
Cedar Rapids, IowaTrailway Trail Race
Somerville, TexasJackson Hole Marathon, Hole Half Marathon, Jackson Hole Quarter Marathon
Jackson, WyomingAdirondack Marathon Distance Festival
Schroon Lake, New YorkFidalgo Trail Run
Anacortes, WashingtonHiawatha Fall Trail Run
Taft, MontanaJailbreak Marathon September 27th
Wautoma, WisconsinBelleville Main Street Marathon & Half Marathon
Belleville, IllinoisBirkie Trail Run Festival
Cable, WisconsinWilderness Road Marathon and Half Marathon
Stanford, KentuckyOMNIA Partners on the Move: Racing for Rescue
Franklin, Tennessee2025 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay
Lexington, VirginiaNJ Trail Series One Day
Augusta, New JerseyHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at Baseline Trailhead Park, Ocala, FL (40) 80
Ocala, FloridaHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at E J Nutter Park, Beavercreek, OH (40) 60
Beavercreek, OhioSleeping Bear Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Empire, MichiganHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at Paul Boorman Trail Park, Longview, TX (40) 60
Longview, TexasFreedom's Run
Shepherdstown, West VirginiaHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at Shamrock Park, Venice, FL (40) 80
Venice, FloridaHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 Boomer Lake Park, Stillwater, OK (40) 80
Stillwater, OklahomaIrving Oktoberfest Half Marathon
Irving, TexasHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at Eagle Lakes Community Park, Naples, FL (40) 80
Naples, FloridaGuthrie Wineglass Marathon, Wegmans Wineglass Half Marathon & Williams Toyota Wineglass 5K
Corning, New YorkBlack Diamond (Tyler, TX)
Tyler, TexasAutumn Harvest Marathon, Half-Marathon, 12 Hour Ultra, 5K and 10K
Marble Falls, TexasColorado Springs Marathon, Half, 5K, and Kids K
Colorado Springs, ColoradoGirdwood Marathon 2025
Girdwood, AlaskaFlagstaff Marathon Presented by Cambium Wealth and Legacy Strategies
Flagstaff, ArizonaTwin Cities Marathon
Minneapolis, HennepinThe Towpath Marathon
Cleveland, OhioLayafette Music Fest Half-Marathon/10K/5K
Louisville, ColoradoMaine Marathon, Half Marathon and Marathon Relay
Portland, MaineHua Sports 5K, Half Marathon and Marathon
Point Of Rocks, MarylandMO' Cowbell Marathon/Half-Marathon/10K/5K
Saint Charles, MissouriShoes 'N Brews 26.2 KM "Metric Marathon"
Conshohocken, PennsylvaniaBHM26.2 2025- The Alabama Race Series
Hoover, AlabamaThe Short's Shortest Marathon
Elk Rapids, MichiganWindsor Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, 5k & 1 Mile Run
Windsor, ColoradoAntelope Island Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K
Syracuse, UtahGreat Springs Trail Race - San Marcos
San Marcos, TexasCity of Trees Marathon
Boise, Idaho
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.