US Marathons found
View all ↓US Marathons 2025 - 2026
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.
Filter by location
US Marathons 2025 - 2026
Colorado Springs Marathon, Half, 5K, and Kids K
Colorado Springs, ColoradoYuma Territorial Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and Team Relay
Somerton, ArizonaMonument Valley Veterans Marathon & Half Marathon
Monument Valley, UtahGarmin Marathon Tucson
Tucson, ArizonaSports Backers Half Marathon Training Team
Richmond, VirginiaNovant Health Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, North CarolinaAllianz Richmond Marathon, CarMax Richmond Half Marathon, & VCU Health Richmond 8k
Richmond, VirginiaPie Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at McCurdy Park, Corunna, MI (46) 50
Corunna, MichiganHonoring our Heroes Marathon
Rolla, MissouriYeti Endurance Weekend
Kansas City, MissouriRun for a Purpose with For All Mothers+
Scottsdale, ArizonaEvery Woman's Marathon
Scottsdale, ArizonaEvery Woman's Marathon with Girls on the Run
Scottsdale, ArizonaPhiladelphia Marathon- Students Run Philly Style
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaWhite River Marathon
Cotter, ArkansasMidland Mountain Trail Series (26.2 & 13.1)
Columbia, South CarolinaPie Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at Homestead Air Reserve Park, Homestead, FL (47) 75
Homestead, FloridaPie Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at Mill Village Trailhead, Augusta, GA (47) 150
Augusta, GeorgiaSt. Louis Track Club Marathon Relay
Saint Louis, MissouriGobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Overland Park, KansasAdventHealth Presents the Central Florida Legends Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K
DeBary, FloridaSportspectrum's Log Jammer Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Shreveport, LouisianaTexas Quad
Dallas, TexasColorado River Run: 100-Mile & 50-Mile Ultra, 50K, Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K and 5K Taco Trot
Lago Vista, Texas2025 Seattle Ghost Marathon, Half & 50K
Seattle, WashingtonNCR Marathon & Half Marathon
Sparks Glencoe, MarylandStennis Space Center Marathon | Half Marathon | 5K
Stennis Space Center, MississippiSpace Coast Marathon & Half Marathon
Cocoa, FloridaRUNTHROUGH LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY RUNNING FESTIVAL
Las Vegas, Clark CountyFour Corners Quad Keyah
Teec Nos Pos, ArizonaSan Antonio Marathon
San Antonio, TexasRehoboth Seashore Marathon and Half Marathon
Rehoboth Beach, DelawareCrooked Creek Ultra Trail Race
Shepherdsville, KentuckyHoover Dam Marathon 2025
Boulder City, NevadaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1, & 26.2 at Paul Boorman Trail Park, Longview, TX (49) 60
Longview, TexasAmicalola Falls Trail Marathon
Dawsonville, DawsonJacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon
Little Rock, ArkansasBrazos Bend 100
Needville, TexasZombieRunner Quarry Lakes
Fremont, CaliforniaPanama City Beach Marathon
Panama City Beach, FloridaRun Kalamazoo Run Camp
Kalamazoo, MichiganWhite Continent 50k, Marathon & Half-Marathon
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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.