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Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Marathons (42.2 km) in United States
255 verified events with 871 individual races (36 confirmed dates) in United States complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events25536 confirmed dates
Competitions871Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 50 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+225 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Madison Marathon
Madison, United States
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunPublic Park
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Williams Route 66 Marathon
Tulsa, United States
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+2
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Philadelphia Marathon
Philadelphia, United States
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km
City RunMulti-Day+1
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Space Coast Marathon
Cocoa Beach, United States
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Seattle Marathon
Seattle, United States
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Space Coast Marathon | Cocoa Beach, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Seattle Marathon | Seattle, Washington, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | San Antonio Marathon | San Antonio, Texas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Dec 5, 2026 | St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend | Memphis, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | California International Marathon | Sacramento, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 11, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 | Dallas Marathon | Dallas, Texas, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 50 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Marathons (42.2 km) in United States directory, RunningCompass curates 255 events comprising 871 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1.6 km to 50 km and elevation gains up to +225 m. Key host locations include West Ocean City, Charlotte, Richmond, Madison. Notable events in this selection include Ocean City Running Festival, Charlotte Marathon, Allianz Richmond Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in United States?
This overview currently includes 255 verified events featuring 871 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 219 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in United States?
Races in this selection span distances of 1.6 km to 50 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +225 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in United States?
Top host locations include West Ocean City, Charlotte, Richmond, Madison, Tulsa. Representative events in the catalog include Ocean City Running Festival, Charlotte Marathon, Allianz Richmond Marathon, Madison Marathon. The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Marathons (42.2 km) in United States?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 871 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.