Races Marathon · Arlington, USA
Marine Corps Marathon
Marine Corps Marathon is a rolling marathon in Arlington, USA, held each October. The People's Marathon: early climbs in the first 10K, then a flatter monument tour of Washington DC before the final rise to the Iwo Jima Memorial. Late October is typically cool, 5-15C. With Marine Corps Marathon's constant undulation, pace by effort rather than the watch: even effort beats even splits here.
Last updated 2026-07-03 · confirm dates & entries on the official race site
When
October
every year
Course
rolling
Marathon
Conditions
Late October is typically cool, 5-15C.
Racing this course well
The People's Marathon: early climbs in the first 10K, then a flatter monument tour of Washington DC before the final rise to the Iwo Jima Memorial.
With Marine Corps Marathon's constant undulation, pace by effort rather than the watch: even effort beats even splits here.
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- When is the Marine Corps Marathon?
- It is held each October in Arlington, USA. Check the official Marine Corps Marathon site for the exact date and entry windows.
- Is the Marine Corps Marathon course flat?
- The People's Marathon: early climbs in the first 10K, then a flatter monument tour of Washington DC before the final rise to the Iwo Jima Memorial.
- How should I train for the Marine Corps Marathon?
- Train specifically for Arlington — terrain, conditions, goal pace — and let the plan flex around real life. That's exactly what RunV's engine does after every run you log.
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