Is March a good month for a Marathon?
March sits in the middle of the year for the Marathon, carrying 35 against 71 in April and 14 in August. Enough to choose from, and easier to get into than the races at the peak of the season.
Race calendar · March 2027
Marathons in March 2027
35 marathons across the US in March 2027, sorted by date. Which weekends are busiest, what the fields actually run, entry fees, and where each one starts.
March is a classic spring marathon window: winter base training is done, summer heat has not arrived, and a 26.2 finish fits neatly before later-season racing. For runners who built through January and February, it is a natural target, and the calendar reflects that with options spread across the month.
Weather is the complication. The South and the coasts can serve up cool mornings, coastal wind, and fast-moving fronts all in the same race. Farther north, March can still feel unsettled, so packing layers and leaving room for a slower-than-planned first half is sound strategy for almost any destination.
These races tend to attract destination travelers as much as locals. Many events double or triple up with shorter distances, so a travel partner who is not ready for 26.2 can still toe the line. Check whether the course profile and field size match what you are actually training for, not just the date.
What the field actually runs
March Marathons, By the Numbers
4:32:19Median finish time
2:53:00Median winning time
104Median field size
22March marathons with published results
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.
When in March
The March Race Weekends
Marathons are not spread evenly across March. Here is how the calendar actually falls, weekend by weekend, which is the part worth knowing before you book a trip or plan a taper around one.
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The March marathons that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
March Marathons by State
Marathons by City in March
The Next Marathons in March
35 total Sat, Mar 6, 2027Hachie 50 Marathon, Ultra and Relay Waxahachie, TXFrom $90Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Combos(R) Marathon and Half Marathon Albany, GAFrom $75Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027MCRRC Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Marathon & 50K Gaithersburg, MDFrom $70Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Crazy Desert Trail Race San Angelo, TXFrom $70Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M Stillwater, OKFrom $95Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027ChesCo Race Fest Wayne, PAFrom $85Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Miles 4 Moore Moore County Trail Marathon, Half, 10K, and 5K Pinehurst, NCRegistration opens Nov 28From $50Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M Beaumont, TXFrom $95Register Sun, Mar 7, 20272027 Zydeco Marathon - 26.2 Full | 13.1 Half | Team Relay | 5k | 1 Mile Lafayette, LAFrom $135Details Sun, Mar 7, 2027Newport News One City Marathon Newport News, VAFrom $105Details Sun, Mar 7, 2027Game On! Marathon of the Treasure Coast Stuart, FLFrom $159Details Sun, Mar 7, 2027B&A Trail Marathon and Half Marathon Severna Park, MDFrom $85Details
Common Questions About Running a March Marathon
What should I wear for a March marathon?
Dress for the first mile, not the finish. March start temperatures across the South and Southwest call for light layers you can shed, while the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic can still demand gloves and a hat at the gun. Coastal courses add wind to the equation, so a windproof shell beats a heavy jacket you will regret carrying.
Is March a good month to chase a marathon PR?
It can be, especially in the South and on flat courses where spring conditions arrive early. The risk is variability: a warm front or sustained wind can turn a PR attempt into a survival run. Treat the course profile and the forecast with equal weight, and build a realistic backup goal before race day.
How far in advance should I start training for a March marathon?
A full marathon build typically runs four to five months, which puts your first serious week of training in October or November. That means your longest runs fall in January and February, likely in cold or wet conditions. Plan your long-run routes and gear for winter weather before your goal race month arrives.
Is a March marathon worth traveling for?
Many of these events are in warm-weather or scenic markets specifically because they attract out-of-town runners. Texas, Georgia, California, and the Gulf Coast all appear on the March calendar. If your home region is still cold, racing somewhere warmer is a real advantage, but factor in travel fatigue and give yourself an extra rest day after you land.
When in March are most marathons held?
The busiest weekend is March 6 and March 7, with 13 of them, 8 of those on Saturday, March 6. One more falls on a weekday, which is worth knowing if you are traveling for it.
What is a good Marathon time?
Across the 22 of these March marathons with published results from past editions, the median finisher ran 4:32:19, and the median winning time was 2:53:00. So anything under 4:32:19 puts you in the faster half of a typical field. That is the middle of these RunSignup fields, walkers and charity entrants included, not a national average.
How big is a typical March Marathon field?
The median one finished 104 runners, across the 22 of these March marathons with published results from past editions. Most are far smaller than the big-city events people picture, which means less crowding at the start and a friendlier field, with a last recorded finisher at 6:50:33.
Which states have the most March marathons?
Texas has 5, Georgia has 4, North Carolina has 3, Arkansas has 2, California has 2. If you are willing to travel, those are the states where a March weekend gives you the most to choose from.
Are there trail marathons in March?
Yes, 3 races around the United States get you off the pavement: 3 are trail races.