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SoCal race makes a mark as the only trail race in the ranking among other notable marathons AVALON, Calif. — USA TODAY has named the Hi-Tec Catalina Island Marathon one of the top 10 best marathons in the country in its 2026 10Best Readers’ Choice awards. The lists are curated by USA Today 10Best editors and panel subject matter experts who review thousands of races across the country, narrowing it down to the top 20 in each category, which are then voted on by the public to

Elite performances were displayed as top Southeast runners left it all on the course MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – The 29th annual Myrtle Beach Marathon hosted over 5,000 participants across its marathon and half marathon. This year’s event hosted the first Myrtle Beach Marathon Elite Invitational , a new and exclusive competition that welcomed the fastest marathoners in the Southeast. 25 athletes joined the inaugural field and represented eight states, with the top five finishers fr

Locals broke the finisher tape across all distances and divisions SAN DIEGO, Calif. — The GOVX San Diego Half Marathon & 5K hosted thousands of participants at their 15th annual event. Half marathon runners journeyed through five miles of waterfront, four historic communities, three parks, two miles of downtown streets, and finished in the historic Gaslamp Quarter, while 5K participants enjoyed a flat and fast course all in downtown San Diego. Key moments included an elite l

Participants experienced ideal racing conditions, scenic trails and local flavor at the historic trail race AVALON, Calif. – The 48th annual Hi-Tec Catalina Island Marathon , the oldest trail marathon in the state of California, welcomed a sold-out crowd at its 2026 event on March 14. Over 1,400 participants took part in the event, with ideal weather providing them with great sightseeing opportunities and racing conditions as they journeyed through Catalina Island’s famous t

Runners can tour the state of Illinois with Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend, Steamboat Classic Presented by PNC and TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon CHAMPAIGN/MOLINE/PEORIA, Ill. – Runners can now take part in a tour across the state of Illinois with the launch of a new partnership between Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend , the Steamboat Classic Presented by PNC and the TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon . The I-74 Challenge allows runners to “Hit The Road, Earn The Medal

Annual St. Patrick’s Day themed running event draws 18,000 runners, sees history-making performances by teams and individuals in the 8K event PORTLAND, Ore. – The 48th annual Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota returned on March 15, hosting over 18,000 participants who explored the City of Portland across multiple distances, including a half marathon, 8K, 5K and the children's Doernbecher Leprechaun Lap. At this year’s event, local Portland runners made their mark on the p

The community-centric event is back, supporting participants in their journey to ‘complete, not compete’ at the road race with the most elevation change in the U.S. ROANOKE, Va. – The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon is back for its 17th year on Apr. 18, and an estimated 3,500 runners from around the nation will take on the toughest road race in America. The event offers a variety of distance options, including a 1 miler, 5K, 10K, half marathon, full marathon, double marath

Demand remains high from local and visiting runners for a race woven into the fabric of the city PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – Since its inaugural running in 2014, the Saucony Love Run Philadelphia has hosted sell-out crowds, and the event has announced that it is on track to do so once again. With spots for over 15,000 participants, the 7K run reached maximum capacity in January and the half marathon is expected to sell out ahead of race day. Those interested in securing their regist

MarathonFoto to capture and celebrate athletes’ achievements at the Honolulu Marathon, Kalakaua Merrie Mile, Start to Park 10K, Hapalua Half Marathon and King’s Runner 10K HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi / WASHINGTON, Iowa – The Honolulu Marathon , host of one of the world’s most iconic race experiences, has partnered with MarathonFoto as the official race photography provider. The partnership will expand across all of the Honolulu Marathon events, which include the Hapalua Half Marathon ,

Oregon and SW Washington residents can enter the giveaway valued at over $45,000 PORTLAND, Ore. – The Shamrock Half Marathon Run Fest , presented by Toyota, is bringing back its popular Toyota giveaway. Community members in Oregon and SW Washington can enter for a chance to win a 2026 4Runner SR5 valued at $45,980. Entries are open through March 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PT and there is no purchase or obligation necessary. “At the Shamrock Half Marathon Run Fest we’re always lo