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Marathons in Virginia

Virginia has 13 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.

13 upcoming races listed

Fun racesScenic racesCompetitive racesQuirky racesFestive racesFor a Cause racesBeginner-friendly
Pirate 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (17)

Set sail for a pirate-themed adventure in Colonial Heights, VA, offering distances from 5K to marathon with finisher medals and costume awards.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesColonial Heights, VA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Tidewater Strider Marathon and Half Marathon Spring Edition

Chase your personal best on one of the nation's fastest and flattest courses, a top choice for Boston Qualifying.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Festive
Sun, Apr 26, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesChesapeake, VA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

The Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k

Enjoy a scenic, flat crushed gravel course along the Jackson River, followed by a festive finish line with food, drinks, and tubing.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesCovington, VA
Serious TestRUN

Course · Mixed · Hilly · Timed race

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (39)

Embrace the challenge of multiple loops and celebrate your finish with a medal, perhaps even in your best costume.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesColonial Heights, VA
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Course · Timed race

Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)

Run a haunted course this October in Colonial Heights, VA, with distances from 5K to marathon, finisher medals, and a best costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Oct 24, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesColonial Heights, VA
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Course · Rolling · Timed race

2026 SFA Marine Corps Marathon Team

Run the iconic Marine Corps Marathon with the Sarcoma Foundation of America team, supporting vital sarcoma research and touring national landmarks.

  • Scenic
  • For a Cause
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesArlington, VA
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Marine Corps Marathon Bibs from FARC

Secure your Marine Corps Marathon bib through the Fredericksburg Area Running Club, complete with a member discount.

Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 7:15 AM EDT26.2 MilesArlington, VA
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Marine Corps Marathon Semper Fi & America's Fund Team 2026

Run the Marine Corps Marathon with the Semper Fi & America's Fund Charity Team to support veterans and their families through sport.

  • Competitive
  • For a Cause
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 7:55 AM EDT26.2 MilesArlington, VA
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay

Run a USATF-certified, Boston-Qualifying marathon or shorter distance on Virginia's "most spectacular rail trail," featuring stunning fall scenery.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 8:00 AM EST26.2 MilesLexington, VA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Family-oriented

Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Williamsburg, VA (45)

Embrace the festive spirit with a pre-holiday run in Williamsburg, offering multiple distances, finisher medals, and a fun costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 8:30 AM EST26.2 MilesWilliamsburg, VA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Sports Backers Marathon Training Team

Prepare for your marathon with a supportive community, expert coaching, and on-course aid during long training runs.

  • Fun
Sat, Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM EST26.2 MilesRichmond, VA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Allianz Richmond Marathon, CarMax Richmond Half Marathon, & Richmond 8k

Experience a well-organized race day in Richmond, VA, designed to feel tailor-made for every runner across marathon, half marathon, and 8k distances.

  • Fun
Sat, Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 AM EST26.2 MilesRichmond, VA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Pie Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Williamsburg, VA (47)

Embrace the festive spirit at the Pie Gobbler, featuring multiple distances, a best costume award, and finisher medals in Williamsburg.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 8:30 AM EST26.2 MilesWilliamsburg, VA
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Course · Rolling · Timed race

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