Upcoming World Marathon and Race Calendar 2026
Last updated: March 2026
This world marathon calendar highlights major marathon races and international running events across the USA, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
The global running community continues to grow every year, with thousands of marathon races taking place across major cities and scenic destinations worldwide. From iconic big city races to desert and mountain marathons, runners today have more opportunities than ever to travel and participate in international events.
Planning to run internationally? This guide features a curated list of major marathon races and running events around the world in 2026.
You can also explore regional race calendars:
Most Famous Marathons in the World
Some races have become legendary among runners because of their history, elite competition and massive participation. The six events that form the World Marathon Majors are among the most prestigious road races globally.
- Boston Marathon – USA
- London Marathon – United Kingdom
- Berlin Marathon – Germany
- Chicago Marathon – USA
- New York City Marathon – USA
- Tokyo Marathon – Japan
World Marathon Calendar 2026
| Marathon | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai Marathon | Dubai, UAE | 1 February 2026 |
| Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon | Ras Al Khaimah, UAE | 14 February 2026 |
| Doha Marathon | Doha, Qatar | 16 January 2026 |
| Riyadh Marathon | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 24 January 2026 |
| Muscat Marathon | Muscat, Oman | 17 January 2026 |
| Tokyo Marathon | Tokyo, Japan | 1 March 2026 |
| Seoul Marathon | Seoul, South Korea | 15 March 2026 |
| Jerusalem Marathon | Jerusalem | 27 March 2026 |
| Paris Marathon | Paris, France | 12 April 2026 |
| Boston Marathon | Boston, USA | 20 April 2026 |
| London Marathon | London, UK | 26 April 2026 |
| Madrid Marathon | Madrid, Spain | 26 April 2026 |
| Prague Marathon | Prague, Czech Republic | 3 May 2026 |
| Copenhagen Marathon | Copenhagen, Denmark | 17 May 2026 |
| Stockholm Marathon | Stockholm, Sweden | 30 May 2026 |
| Gold Coast Marathon | Gold Coast, Australia | 5 July 2026 |
| Sydney Marathon | Sydney, Australia | 6 September 2026 |
| Berlin Marathon | Berlin, Germany | 27 September 2026 |
| Chicago Marathon | Chicago, USA | 11 October 2026 |
| Amsterdam Marathon | Amsterdam, Netherlands | 18 October 2026 |
| Frankfurt Marathon | Frankfurt, Germany | 25 October 2026 |
| New York City Marathon | New York, USA | 1 November 2026 |
| Shanghai Marathon | Shanghai, China | 29 November 2026 |
| Singapore Marathon | Singapore | 6 December 2026 |
| ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon | Abu Dhabi, UAE | 12 December 2026 |
Why Runners Travel for International Marathons
Destination marathons have become increasingly popular as runners combine travel with racing. Many runners plan their race calendar around scenic international events such as the Berlin Marathon, Tokyo Marathon or Sydney Marathon.
Major global races also offer world class course organization, enthusiastic crowds and opportunities to run alongside elite athletes.
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