Marathon

Marine Corps Marathon Poster

Known as "The People's Marathon," organised by the U.S. Marine Corps and run past Washington's national monuments.

City
Washington DC
Country
USA
Distance
42.2 km / 26.2 mi
Date
October 25, 2026 (approx.)

The Marine Corps Marathon is a marathon of 42.2 km (26.2 mi), based in Washington DC, USA, usually in October. Drop in your GPX, TCX, FIT or KML file to create a custom poster of your route.

Official race website: Marine Corps Marathon

The Marine Corps Marathon course

The Marine Corps Marathon starts in Arlington, Virginia and loops through Washington, D.C., passing monuments and memorials along the National Mall before returning to finish with a short uphill climb at the Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima). Known as 'The People's Marathon,' it has a rolling profile with notable hills early on and near mile 20, and is staffed by Marines rather than offering prize money.

Profile
Rolling
Elevation gain
213 m
First held
1976
Field size
~20,000
Course record (M)
2:08:23
Course record (W)
2:34:08

Typical race-day conditions: Late October in the Washington, D.C. area is typically cool, often in the 7-15C range, sometimes crisp and clear.

What your Marine Corps Marathon poster could look like

Style examples with illustrative routes — upload your own GPS file below and your real route & stats replace these.

MARINE CORPS
MARATHON
Washington DC, USA
42.20km
4:02:49
5:45/km
186m
3160Cal
Every Step Counts
MARINE CORPS
MARATHON
Washington DC, USA
42.20km
3:51:57
5:30/km
174m
3160Cal
Stronger Than Yesterday
MARINE CORPS
MARATHON
Washington DC, USA
42.20km
3:59:40
5:41/km
460m
3160Cal
Earned, Not Given

Make your own Marine Corps Marathon poster

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Marine Corps Marathon?
The Marine Corps Marathon is typically held in October — around October 25, 2026 (check the official race site for the confirmed 2026 date).
How long is the Marine Corps Marathon?
42.2 km (26.2 mi) — full marathon distance.
Where is the Marine Corps Marathon held?
The Marine Corps Marathon is held in Washington DC, USA.
Who organises the Marine Corps Marathon?
The Marine Corps Marathon is organised by Marine Corps Marathon Organization, whose official website has entry and course details.
Where can I find official Marine Corps Marathon information?
Dates, entry, and course details are published on the official Marine Corps Marathon website. After the race, export your GPS file and turn it into a poster here.
How do I make a Marine Corps Marathon poster?
Upload your GPX, TCX, or FIT file to Route Posters. Your 42.2 km (26.2 mi) route and stats are instantly turned into a beautiful, print-ready poster — free and no sign-up needed.
How do I get my GPS file for the Marine Corps Marathon?
After your race, export a GPX, TCX, or FIT file from Strava, Garmin Connect, Apple Fitness, Komoot, Wahoo, Suunto, or your watch app. Look for the "Export" or "Download" option on the activity detail page.