International Marathons

International Marathon Calendar Guide: The World's Most Iconic Races

Discover the world's most famous marathons, including Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, New York, Paris and Sydney. Find race dates, attractions, travel tips and recommended hotels.

For runners, few experiences compare to crossing the finish line of a world-famous marathon. Whether you're chasing a personal best, collecting medals from the Abbott World Marathon Majors, or combining travel with running, international marathons offer an unforgettable way to discover new destinations.

This guide highlights some of the most prestigious marathons around the globe, including race dates, locations, major attractions, and recommended accommodations for marathon travelers.

Tokyo marathon

Highlights

• Tokyo Skytree
• Senso-ji
• Shibuya Crossing
• Imperial Palace

Recommended Hotels

• Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
• Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
• The Prince Park Tower Tokyo

Boston marathon

Highlights

• Freedom Trail
• Fenway Park
• Boston Common
• Harvard University

Recommended Hotels

• Fairmont Copley Plaza
• The Westin Copley Place
• Boston Marriott Copley Place

London Marathon

Highlights

• Tower Bridge
• Buckingham Palace
• Big Ben
• Tower of London

Recommended Hotels

• Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
• The Clermont Charing Cross
• Sea Containers London

Berlin Marathon

Highlights

• Brandenburg Gate
• Reichstag Building
• Museum Island
• Checkpoint Charlie

Recommended Hotels

• Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin
• Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
• The Westin Grand Berlin

Chicago Marathon

Highlights

• Millennium Park
• Cloud Gate
• Navy Pier
• Willis Tower

Recommended Hotels

• Hilton Chicago
• Congress Plaza Hotel
• Palmer House Hilton

New York City Marathon

Highlights

• Central Park
• Times Square
• Statue of Liberty
• Brooklyn Bridge

Recommended Hotels

• New York Hilton Midtown
• Marriott Marquis Times Square
• The New Yorker Hotel

Paris Marathon

Highlights

• Eiffel Tower
• Arc de Triomphe
• Louvre Museum
• Champs-Élysées

Recommended Hotels

• Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel
• Hotel du Collectionneur
• Le Méridien Etoile

Sydney Marathon

Highlights

• Sydney Opera House
• Sydney Harbour Bridge
• Bondi Beach
• The Rocks

Recommended Hotels

• Shangri-La Sydney
• Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
• Hyatt Regency Sydney

A complete marathon / half marathon calendar!

International Marathon Calendar 2026

Marathon	City	Country	Date 2026
Tokyo Marathon	Tokyo	Japan	March 1, 2026 (Sunday)
Boston Marathon	Boston	United States	April 20, 2026 (Monday)
London Marathon	London	United Kingdom	April 26, 2026 (Sunday)
Sydney Marathon	Sydney	Australia	August 30, 2026 (Sunday)
Berlin Marathon	Berlin	Germany	September 27, 2026 (Sunday)
Chicago Marathon	Chicago	United States	October 11, 2026 (Sunday)
New York City                                    New York City  Marathon november 1 sunday 2026   International Marathon Calendar 2027 Marathon City Country Expected / Confirmed Date 2027 Tokyo Marathon Tokyo Japan March 7, 2027 (Confirmed) Boston Marathon Boston United States April 19, 2027 (Expected – Patriots' Day) London Marathon London United Kingdom April 25, 2027 (Expected) Sydney Marathon Sydney Australia Late August 2027 (Not yet officially announced) Berlin Marathon Berlin Germany September 26, 2027 (Expected) Chicago Marathon Chicago United States October 10, 2027 (Expected) New York City Marathon New York City United States November 7, 2027 (Expected) Marathon Travel Tips Register Early Many major marathons sell out months in advance or require qualification standards. Arrive Early Plan to arrive at least three days before race day to adjust to the destination and pick up your race bib. Stay Near the Start or Finish This minimizes race-day stress and transportation challenges. Extend Your Stay Many marathon destinations offer exceptional sightseeing opportunities that deserve several extra days.		)