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Marine Corps Marathon 2025

Run the People's Marathon in 2025.

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  • US Virginia, United States
  • 26 October 2025
  • Marathon
Marine Corps Marathon 2025
Why run it?

This Boston qualifier event is known around the world for it's impeccable organisation and iconic course. Managed by the US Marines, the Marine Corps Marathon is one of the largest marathons in the US and across the world. Known as 'the best marathon for beginners' it offers a mostly flat, highly scenic course through the most recognisable landmarks in the United States. The event starts between the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery, finishing at the Marine Corps War Memorial. The route also offers sights of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial along the way. Take your place at 'The People's Marathon' and run Marine Corps this year.

What's it like to run?

Runners:
16000
Surface:
Road
Start:
08:00
Course:
Mostly flat
Temp:
15°-26°
Distance:
Marathon

Charity partners you can support in this event include

AADI - Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland
AADI - Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland
Our dogs open up a whole new world of opportunity and possibility for autistic children.
Living Life Counselling
Living Life Counselling
Mental health support for those that most need it.
USPCA
USPCA
Ending the cruelty inflicted on defenceless wildlife.
American Cancer Society - DetermiNation
American Cancer Society - DetermiNation
Dedicated to helping people who face cancer through cancer research, patient services and early detection.
Sumatran Orangutan Society
Sumatran Orangutan Society
Help protect orangutans, their forests and their future.
Children's Tumor Foundation
Children's Tumor Foundation
Our mission is to drive research, expand knowledge, and advance care for the NF community.
Action For Elders
Action For Elders
Action for Elders supports people and encourages them to exercise and become active.
Dundalk Dog Rescue
Dundalk Dog Rescue
Help us help them because every dog deserves a loving family.
The Myton Hospices
The Myton Hospices
We believe every single moment matters and we focus on enhancing life when cure is no longer an option.
The Blue Card
The Blue Card
Aiding Holocaust survivors so their remaining years are spent with as much dignity and comfort as possible.
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