Marine Corps Marathon 2026 (51st)

About

Known as 'The People's Marathon,' the Marine Corps Marathon starts in Arlington, winds past Washington's monuments and memorials, and finishes at the Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima). It's one of the largest marathons in the US and famously offers no prize money.

Highlights

• 26.2-mile course past the Mall's monuments and memorials
• Finish at the Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima) in Arlington
• One of the largest marathons in the US, with no prize purse
• Run and organised by the US Marine Corps

Practical tips

• Entry fills via lottery — register early when it opens.
• Great spectating along the Mall and at the Iwo Jima finish.
• Expect road closures around the Mall and Arlington on race morning.

Where it is