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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
2026 Haulin Aspen
Bend, OregonBobcat
Glouster, OhioBangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
Bangor, MaineGriffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K
Los Angeles, CaliforniaCedar Rapids Marathon Weekend
Cedar Rapids, IowaMaritime Marathon
Manitowoc, WisconsinThe Steamboat Marathon
Steamboat Springs, ColoradoSeaside Marathon CA
VenturaSullivan Dash & Bash
Sullivan, IllinoisHatfield and McCoy Races
South Williamson, KentuckyThe Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k
Covington, VirginiaCougar Mountain Trail Run Series (June)
Bellevue, WashingtonSuper Hyak Marathon and Half
North Bend, WashingtonThe Longest Day (100k - 50k - 26.2 - 13.1)
Greenville, South CarolinaQueen City Crown
Helena, MontanaWICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON SAN DIEGO
El Cajon, CaliforniaBound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle
Olympia, WashingtonSri Chinmoy Midnight Marathon
Congers, New YorkLake Placid Marathon and Half and 10K
Lake Placid, New York2026 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon
Anchorage, Alaska2026 Grandma's Marathon Race Weekend
Duluth, MinnesotaJasper Mountain Trail Fest 2026
Dayton, WashingtonRace the Wolf
Sandpoint, IdahoJasper Mountain Trail Fest 2026
Dayton, WashingtonBoise Marathon
Boise, IdahoFoy's to Blacktail Trail Marathon
Kalispell, MontanaWest of the River Series (June Jaunt, The Potato Run, and Barbecue Bash Quarters)
Rochester, New YorkIndependence Double
Winter Park, FloridaRunning with the Devil 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon, and 50K
Las Vegas, NevadaMissoula Marathon Half Marathon 5K Kids Marathon
Missoula, MontanaMount Marathon
Seward, AlaskaHotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD
Metairie, LouisianaSan Lorenzo River Trail Run
Santa Cruz, CaliforniaThe Yellowstone Trail Marathon and Trail Races
West Yellowstone, MontanaCOCOA INTERNATIONAL MARATHON - 1mile - 5k - 10k - 21k - 30k - 42k
Cocoa, FloridaAugusta Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
Augusta, MaineBob Marshall Trail Races
Seeley Lake, MontanaStan's Donut Race
Chicago, IllinoisMesa Falls Marathon
Ashton, IdahoAlaska Salmon Runs
Cordova, AlaskaTrail Camp for Big Kids
Robinsville, North CarolinaTexas Endurance Runs 24/48
Fort Worth, Texas
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.