Marathons in Maryland

Maryland has 9 upcoming Marathons. The marathon is the benchmark endurance event — 26.2 miles of grit, pacing, and finish-line emotion that draws runners back year after year.

9 upcoming races listed

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2026 Frederick Running Festival with Girls on the Run

Run the Frederick Running Festival as a SoleMate to empower young girls through the Girls on the Run program.

Festive
For a Cause

Sat, May 2, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT26.1 MilesFrederick, MD

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

MCRRC First Time Marathon (FTM) Program

Train for your marathon with a supportive, coached group program, perfect for first-timers and experienced runners alike.

Sun, May 3, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesRockville, MD

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Next Step Training - Half Full Marathon

Elevate your half or full marathon training with the Howard County Striders' 'Next Step' program, tailored for experienced runners.

Fun
Competitive

Tue, Jun 30, 2026, 6:15 PM EDT26.2 MilesColumbia, MD

Push PotentialRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Lock 2 Lock Marathon/Half Marathon/10k

A fast and flat Boston Qualifier marathon on the C&O Canal Towpath, also offering half marathon and 10K options.

Competitive

Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT26.2 MilesWilliamsport, MD

Push PotentialRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10k

Run a USATF certified course on the scenic Western Maryland Rail Trail, with Boston Marathon qualifying potential and rich C&O Canal history.

Scenic
Competitive

Sun, Oct 18, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT26.2 MilesHancock, MD

Push PotentialRUN

Course · Mixed · Hilly · Timed race

Historic Drawbridge Running Festival

Chase your personal best on Maryland's famously flat, straight, and USATF-certified course this Halloween in St. Michaels.

Competitive
Festive

Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesSt Michaels, MD

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

We Got Your Six Running Festival

Run a marathon on the Indian Head Rail Trail, supporting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation with a limited field of 200 participants.

Festive
For a Cause

Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 9:00 AM EST26.2 MilesWhite Plains, MD

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

Ocean City Running Festival

Experience scenic coastal running on the OC Boardwalk and Assateague, then celebrate your achievement at a vibrant finish line party.

Fun
Scenic
Festive

Sat, Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM EST26.2 MilesOcean City, MD

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

NCR Marathon & Half Marathon

Experience a fast, scenic, and historic trail marathon on the NCR Trail, perfect for a fall Boston Qualifier.

Scenic
Competitive

Sat, Nov 28, 2026, 8:30 AM EST26.2 MilesSparks Glencoe, MD

Push PotentialRUN

Course · Trail · Hilly · Timed race

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