MARATHON FINDER & RACE CALENDARS
Marathon Finder 2026–2027: Compare Races Worldwide
Find an upcoming 42.2 km race that fits your training window, course preference and travel plans. Filter the main finder, compare up to three options and save one as My Race.
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Find Your Next Marathon
Start with one filter. Month, country or course type is usually enough to create a useful shortlist. Select up to three races to compare, then choose Make My Race to connect the race with training, travel, pacing, gear and race-week planning.
Interactive race finder
Find your next marathon
Filter upcoming races by year, month, country, course and Boston-qualifier status. The next races are shown immediately, so you can also browse without using a filter.
A fall city marathon with rolling sections. Better for runners who want atmosphere than the flattest possible course.
Last verified 15 Sep 2026
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Last verified 18 Aug 2026
Before paying: Use this finder to build your shortlist. Confirm the current race date, entry status, course, time limit, transfer policy and bib-pickup rules on the official organiser website before registering or booking non-refundable travel.
Browse Marathon Calendars by Location
Use the main finder to compare several countries at once. Open a regional calendar when you want more local races and location-specific filters.
Canada Marathon Calendar
Compare Canadian marathons by province, month, course and race goal.
USA Marathon Calendar
Search U.S. marathons by state, region, month and course profile.
Europe Marathon Calendar
Compare city and destination marathons across European countries.
Italy Marathon Calendar
Explore Italian races by date, location and course style.
Japan Marathon Calendar
Browse Japanese marathons by prefecture, month and course profile.
Looking for a shorter race? Use the Half Marathon Finder to compare 21.1 km events in Canada, the USA, Europe and Mexico.
Choose a Marathon That Fits Your Goal
A famous race is not automatically the right race. Start with the experience you want, then compare the practical details that could help or hurt your day.
Your First Marathon
Prioritise manageable travel, clear race-day instructions, a realistic time limit and dependable course support. Check that the date leaves enough time for a gradual build with the beginner marathon training plan.
A Personal Best or Boston Qualifier
Look beyond elevation. Weather, turns, crowding, start corrals, field depth and the terrain you can train on all matter. Compare the fastest U.S. marathons, fast European marathons or the dedicated Boston Qualifier Marathon Finder.
A Destination Marathon
Check arrival timing, bib pickup, hotel location, start-line transport, food options and how much walking the trip adds. If Boston is already your race, use the Boston Marathon hotel and race-weekend guide.
Six Checks Before You Register
- Date and entry: Confirm the exact race edition, registration method, sell-out risk and lottery or qualifying requirements.
- Course and cutoff: Check the elevation profile, surface, time limit, aid stations and whether roads reopen on a rolling schedule.
- Weather: Review typical conditions, but make final clothing and pace decisions from the current forecast.
- Race logistics: Find the expo, bib-pickup window, start and finish locations, bag check and race-morning transport.
- Travel risk: Price the full trip, understand cancellation terms and avoid non-refundable bookings until your entry is secure.
- Your training window: Make sure the race date fits your current fitness, recovery needs and available training weeks.
Found a Race? Make It My Race
The finder helps you decide. My Race keeps the next steps together after you choose, including official race checks, training, travel, course research, pacing, gear and race-week preparation.
- Select up to three races in the finder and open the comparison.
- Choose Make My Race when one option fits.
- Open your saved race dashboard whenever you are ready for the next decision.
Your selection is stored in this browser. No RunningGearLab account or email is required.
Plan From Training Block to Race Morning
Use the tool that answers your next decision. You do not need to complete every calculator on the day you register.
Boston qualifier note: Treat a BQ label as a shortlist signal, not a promise of entry. Confirm current certification, qualifying-window rules and any downhill adjustment with the race organiser and the Boston Athletic Association.
How RunningGearLab Maintains This Marathon Finder
Race records are researched from organiser websites and other first-party race information. We add an edition when a specific date is published, link each listing to its official race website and update records as new information becomes available.
Dates, routes, registration status and policies can change after a listing is reviewed. The official organiser remains the final source for entering the race and booking the trip. Learn more about RunningGearLab and our review process, or send a correction if you spot an outdated listing.
Marathon Finder FAQ
How do I find the right marathon for me?
Start with when you can race, how far you want to travel and the experience you want. Then compare course profile, typical conditions, field size, time limit, entry method and race-day logistics. Select up to three options in the finder so the tradeoffs are easier to see.
How far ahead should I choose a marathon?
Choose early enough to build training gradually and handle the entry process. Popular city races, lotteries and destination events may need planning many months ahead, while smaller races may remain open longer. Confirm entry before making non-refundable travel plans.
Can I compare races in the Marathon Finder?
Yes. Select up to three marathons, open the comparison and review the details side by side. When one fits, choose Make My Race to save it to your planning dashboard in this browser.
What should I check for a destination marathon?
Check arrival timing, bib pickup, start and finish locations, hotel availability, transport hours, food options and cancellation rules. Decide which sightseeing belongs before the race and which can wait until after, especially if the trip would add a lot of walking.
How do I find a Boston-qualifying marathon?
Use the BQ filter for an initial shortlist, then open the Boston Qualifier Marathon Finder. Verify the current course certification, qualifying window and B.A.A. rules before entering specifically for a qualifying attempt. Meeting a standard does not guarantee acceptance.
How current are the marathon dates?
The finder uses the race editions currently published in the RunningGearLab marathon database. We do not treat an unconfirmed annual pattern as an official date. Always confirm the current edition on the organiser website before registering or booking travel.
Where can I find half marathons?
Use the Half Marathon Finder to search and compare 21.1 km races, then open a Canada, USA, Europe or Mexico half-marathon calendar for a deeper regional list.