Which Maryland cities have the most Marathon races?
Williamsport (1), Harwood (1), Baltimore (1), Hancock (1) lead the state for Marathon races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Maryland · Marathon
Marathon Races in Maryland
Every upcoming Marathon in Maryland, all 9 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
9 upcoming Marathon races · 8 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Maryland races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Marathon Races by City
Soonest Marathon Races in Maryland
9 total Sat, Sep 12, 2026Lock 2 Lock Marathon/Half Marathon/10k Williamsport, MDFrom $60Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026Metric Marathon Harwood, MDFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Baltimore Running Festival Baltimore, MDFrom $65Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10k Hancock, MDFrom $55Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Historic Drawbridge Running Festival St Michaels, MDFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026We Got Your Six Running Festival White Plains, MDFrom $50Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Ocean City Running Festival Ocean City, MDFrom $60Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026NCR Marathon & Half Marathon Sparks Glencoe, MDFrom $121Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Salisbury Marathon/Salisbury Half Marathon/5K Salisbury, MDFrom $25Details
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 Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a Marathon in Maryland
When are most Marathon races held in Maryland?
October is the busiest month for Marathon races in Maryland, with 4 of the 9, followed by November with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Maryland Marathon races cost?
Entry fees for Marathon races here run from $15 to about $121, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a Marathon in Maryland?
8 of the 9 Marathon races in Maryland already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Maryland Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 8 Marathon races in Maryland with published results, the typical median finish is around 4:25:09, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail Marathon races in Maryland?
Yes, one race around Maryland gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.