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Marine Corps Marathon (Washington Marathon)
Washington, United States
October 24, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km1.61 km
Culture & HistoryKids & Youth Races+4
USRunning Territory & Spot
Running Races in Chesapeake Bay
24 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 70 races in Chesapeake Bay with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events244 confirmed dates
Competitions70Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+240 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Cambridge Half Marathon
Cambridge, United States
November 7, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunCulture & History+1
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We Got Your Six Marathon & Half Marathon
White Plains, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Baltimore running Festival
Baltimore, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km27 km21.1 km10 km+1
City RunPoint-to-Point
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Historic Drawbridge Half
Falls Church, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon
Virginia Beach, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Yuengling Shamrock Marathon
Virginia Beach, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Multi-DaySeaside & Coast+1
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SBY Marathon
Salisbury, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunFestive
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2027 | Marine Corps Marathon (Washington Marathon) | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km1.61 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | Cambridge Half Marathon | Cambridge, Maryland, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | We Got Your Six Marathon & Half Marathon | White Plains, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Baltimore running Festival | Baltimore, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km27 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Historic Drawbridge Half | Falls Church, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon | Virginia Beach, Virginia, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Yuengling Shamrock Marathon | Virginia Beach, Virginien, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | SBY Marathon | Salisbury, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Army Ten-Miler | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 16.09 km400 m |
| Date to be announced | Chestertown Challenge | Chestertown, Maryland, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Hot Cider Hustle - Washington D.C. | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Naptown Half Marathon & 10K | Annapolis, Maryland, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Chesapeake Bay (United States, Virginia) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 24 public events and 70 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Washington, Cambridge, White Plains, and Baltimore. Notable events in the selection include Marine Corps Marathon (Washington Marathon), Cambridge Half Marathon, and We Got Your Six Marathon & Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 42.2 km, reaching up to +240 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Chesapeake Bay includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Chesapeake Bay?
RunningCompass currently lists 24 verified events with 70 individual races in Chesapeake Bay. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Marine Corps Marathon (Washington Marathon), Cambridge Half Marathon, and We Got Your Six Marathon & Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Chesapeake Bay?
Events in Chesapeake Bay focus on Road Running and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 42.2 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Washington, Cambridge, White Plains, and Baltimore.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Chesapeake Bay?
The most selective courses in Chesapeake Bay climb up to +240 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Chesapeake Bay?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.