Photo: nakashi from Chofu, Tokyo, JAPAN · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Tokyo Marathon
Tokyo, Japan
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Race Series & Label · 8 Events · 16 Competitions
Abbott World Marathon Majors: Race Calendar, Routes & Qualification
The world’s most prestigious marathon series (Abbott World Marathon Majors) uniting the iconic 42.195 km races in Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City. Discover 8 verified events (8 with confirmed upcoming dates) and 16 competitions across Tokyo, Boston, London, Cape Town, Sydney.
Events88 confirmed dates
Competitions16Races & courses
Distances5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: ArnoldReinhold · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Boston Marathon
Boston, United States
April 19, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+4
Photo: anjči from London, UK · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
London Marathon
London, United Kingdom
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
Charity RunCity Run+3
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Cape Town Marathon (Cape Marathon)
Cape Town, South Africa
May 22, 2027 to May 23, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km41 km22 km11 km+2
City RunSeaside & Coast+7
Photo: Sheminghui.WU · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
TCS Sydney Marathon
Sydney, Australia
August 29, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: Leonhard Lenz · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Generali Berlin Marathon
Berlin, Germany
September 26, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+5
Photo: nathanmac87 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Chicago, United States
October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+6
Photo: Nrbelex · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
New York Marathon
New York, United States
November 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+5
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Tokyo Marathon | Tokyo, Tokio Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2027 | Boston Marathon | Boston, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | London Marathon | London, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2027 - May 23, 2027 | Cape Town Marathon (Cape Marathon) | Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA | Road RunningTrail Running | 42.2 km41 km22 km11 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2027 | TCS Sydney Marathon | Sydney, New South Wales, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2027 | Generali Berlin Marathon | Berlin, Berlin, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2027 - Oct 10, 2027 | Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | New York Marathon | New York, New York, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The world’s most prestigious marathon series (Abbott World Marathon Majors) uniting the iconic 42.195 km races in Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City. Represents the ultimate bucket-list achievement in marathon running, pairing ultra-fast world-record courses like Berlin and Chicago with historic classics like Boston and New York. In the RunningCompass catalog, Abbott World Marathon Majors currently comprises 8 active events with a total of 16 individual competitions (8 events with confirmed upcoming race dates and 0 events awaiting official next-edition date confirmation). Key host venues include Tokyo, Boston, London, Cape Town, Sydney, highlighted by events such as Tokyo Marathon, Boston Marathon, London Marathon, Cape Town Marathon (Cape Marathon).
Entry is secured via fast qualifying times, ballots, official tour operators, or charity programs; completing the classic six Majors earns the Six Star Finisher Medal. Across the listed competitions in Road Running, Trail Running, course distances span 5 km to 42.2 km with cumulative elevation gains reaching up to +2,200 m. Paved 42.195 km metropolitan courses ranging from pancake-flat boulevards in Berlin and Chicago to the iconic bridges and hills of New York and Boston. Every event entry provides direct access to interactive route maps, 3D elevation profiles, and official organizer links for registration.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is Abbott World Marathon Majors and how many events are included in the calendar?
The world’s most prestigious marathon series (Abbott World Marathon Majors) uniting the iconic 42.195 km races in Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City. The RunningCompass calendar for Abbott World Marathon Majors lists 8 verified events encompassing 16 individual races, of which 8 currently carry confirmed future race dates and 0 are scheduled with dates to be announced.
Which distances, disciplines, and qualification criteria apply to Abbott World Marathon Majors?
Events in Abbott World Marathon Majors primarily cover Road Running, Trail Running with competition distances ranging from 5 km to 42.2 km. Entry is secured via fast qualifying times, ballots, official tour operators, or charity programs; completing the classic six Majors earns the Six Star Finisher Medal.
What course profiles and elevation gains characterize Abbott World Marathon Majors routes?
Paved 42.195 km metropolitan courses ranging from pancake-flat boulevards in Berlin and Chicago to the iconic bridges and hills of New York and Boston. Across all 16 races in this series, routes cover 5 km to 42.2 km with cumulative elevation gains reaching up to +2,200 m, and each event page includes an interactive course map, elevation profile, and GPX track download.
Where do Abbott World Marathon Majors events take place and how can I register?
Leading host cities in the catalog include Tokyo, Boston, London, Cape Town, Sydney, featuring events such as Tokyo Marathon, Boston Marathon, London Marathon, Cape Town Marathon (Cape Marathon). You can filter the calendar below by month, distance, and location, inspect each race profile, and follow the verified organizer link on the event page for official registration.