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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
Nitty Gritty Off Road Race
Red Lodge, MontanaGroundhog Day Marathon
Walker, MichiganCary Greenways Tour
Cary, North CarolinaShoes 'N Brews 26.2 KM "Metric Marathon"
Conshohocken, PennsylvaniaBHM26.2 2026- The Alabama Race Series
Hoover, AlabamaAntelope Island Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K
Syracuse, UtahPocono Mountains Marathon Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Greentown, PennsylvaniaHolloman Ace of Races Marathon | Half Marathon | 5K | Kids Dash
Alamogordo, New MexicoMo Fall
Perrysville, OhioChasing the Sun Endurance Run
Bradenton, FloridaDeClue Loops Trail Race
Wildwood, MissouriHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Little Rock, AR (41)
Little Rock, ArkansasHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Athens, GA (41)
Athens, GeorgiaFreedom's Run
Shepherdstown, West VirginiaTrailway Trail Race
Somerville, TexasGandy Dancer Marathon
Luck, WisconsinHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Winston-Salem, NC (41)
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaHayden Lake Marathon
Hayden Lake, IdahoThe Long View Marathon
Fort Collins, ColoradoAutumn Harvest Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K and 12HR Endurance Run
Bastrop, TexasBizz Johnson
Susanville, California2026 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K
Weott, CaliforniaThe Original Las Vegas Marathon. half, 5k 10k
Henderson, ClarkCity of Trees Marathon
Boise, IdahoThe Mill Towns Race Series
Dundas, MinnesotaSteamtown Marathon 2026
Scranton, PennsylvaniaThe Spokane Marathon
Spokane, WashingtonThe Snohomish River Run Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Snohomish, Washington2026 Fall Prairie Fire Marathon presented by Davis-Moore Automotive Group
Wichita, KansasDurango Marathon
Durango, ColoradoCannonball Running Festival - Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Greensboro, North CarolinaHome For Freedom Marathon
Wichita Falls, Texas2026 Bethlehem Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania"LOOP THE LAKE" The Great New York State Marathon Weekend
Syracuse, New YorkHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42)
Highland, UtahInks Lake Trail Run/Ruck
Burnet, TexasSUFFOLK COUNTY MARATHON
BAY SHORE, New YorkHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bradenton, FL (42)
Bradenton, FloridaBaltimore Running Festival
Baltimore, MarylandTecumseh Trail Challenge
Nashville, IndianaAmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & G. Larry James 5K
Atlantic City, New JerseyNationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run
Columbus, Ohio
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.