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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, ColoradoBobcat
Glouster, OhioGandy Dancer Marathon
Luck, WisconsinHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Athens, GA (41)
Athens, GeorgiaHayden Lake Marathon
Hayden Lake, IdahoHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Winston-Salem, NC (41)
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Des Moines, IA (41)
Des Moines, IowaThe Long View Marathon
Fort Collins, ColoradoAutumn Harvest 50K • 20-Miler • 10-Miler • 5-Miler • Full • Half • 10K • 5K • Big Bastrop Backyard Ultra (Last Runner & Last Rucker Standing)
Bastrop, TexasChasing the Sun Endurance Run
Bradenton, FloridaHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Little Rock, AR (41)
Little Rock, ArkansasTrailway Trail Race
Somerville, TexasHolloman Ace of Races Marathon | Half Marathon | 5K | Kids Dash
Alamogordo, New MexicoDeClue Loops Trail Race
Wildwood, MissouriFreedom's Run
Shepherdstown, West VirginiaMo Fall
Perrysville, OhioThe Spokane Marathon
Spokane, WashingtonBizz Johnson
Susanville, California2026 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K
Weott, CaliforniaSteamtown Marathon 2026
Scranton, PennsylvaniaThe Original Las Vegas Marathon. half, 5k 10k
Henderson, ClarkCity of Trees Marathon
Boise, Idaho2026 The Snohomish River Run Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Snohomish, Washington2026 Fall Prairie Fire Marathon presented by Davis-Moore Automotive Group
Wichita, KansasThe Mill Towns Race Series
Dundas, MinnesotaDurango Marathon
Durango, Colorado2026 Bethlehem Running Festival
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaLong Life Meal Prep Cannonball Running Festival - Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Greensboro, North CarolinaHome For Freedom Marathon
Wichita Falls, TexasI-35 Challenge
Kansas City, MissouriShipley Donut Dash
Houston, TexasSadlers Creek Stumble (32 Hour - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Anderson, South CarolinaHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bettendorf, IA (42)
Bettendorf, IowaTackle the Trail (TM)
Northeast, ConnecticutInks Lake Trail Run/Ruck
Burnet, TexasBaptist Health: The American Bluegrass Classic
PADUCAH, KentuckyHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bradenton, FL (42)
Bradenton, FloridaTecumseh Trail Challenge
Nashville, IndianaOrange Dirt Trail Series
Stillwater, OklahomaGarmin Kansas City Marathon
Kansas City, MissouriHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42)
Highland, UtahIdaho Running Day
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.