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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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Marathons (42.2 km) in North Carolina
7 verified events with 23 individual races (4 confirmed dates) in North Carolina complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events74 confirmed dates
Competitions23Races & courses
Distances1 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+420 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Wilmington Marathon
Wilmington, United States
February 26, 2027 to February 27, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km1.61 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+1
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New River Marathon
Fleetwood, United States
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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City of Oaks Marathon
Raleigh, United States
November 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
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Coast Guard Marathon
Elizabeth City, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km1 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run+3
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Outer Banks Marathon Weekend
Nags Head, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
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Asheville Marathon and Half
Asheville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunFestive+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2027 - Feb 27, 2027 | Wilmington Marathon | Wilmington, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km1.61 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 | New River Marathon | Fleetwood, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | City of Oaks Marathon | Raleigh, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Coast Guard Marathon | Elizabeth City, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Outer Banks Marathon Weekend | Nags Head, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Asheville Marathon and Half | Asheville, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 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 North Carolina directory, RunningCompass curates 7 events comprising 23 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +420 m. Key host locations include Charlotte, Wilmington, Fleetwood, Raleigh. Notable events in this selection include Charlotte Marathon, Wilmington Marathon, New River Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in North Carolina?
This overview currently includes 7 verified events featuring 23 individual races. Of these, 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 3 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in North Carolina?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +420 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in North Carolina?
Top host locations include Charlotte, Wilmington, Fleetwood, Raleigh, Elizabeth City. Representative events in the catalog include Charlotte Marathon, Wilmington Marathon, New River Marathon, City of Oaks 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 North Carolina?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 23 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.