8 Best Marathons in the United States for 2024

1. Boston Marathon (Hopkinton to Boston, Massachusetts - April 15)

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2. New York City Marathon (New York City, New York - November 3)

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3. Chicago Marathon (Chicago, Illinois - October 13)

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4. Walt Disney World Marathon (Lake Buena Vista, Florida - January 7)

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5. Marine Corps Marathon (Arlington, Virginia - October 27)

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6. Pikes Peak Marathon (Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak, Colorado - August 18)

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7. Big Sur International Marathon (Big Sur, California - April 28)

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8. Leadville Trail Marathon (Leadville, Colorado - August 10)

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