Road Races

A festive autumn-themed event at Seattle's Seward Park featuring pumpkin-themed race distances, a latte at the finish, and a pumpkin carrying challenge. (https://www.orcarunning.com/pumpkin-spice-run/) Course Highlights The race course features a scenic loop through Seward Park, primarily following a flat, paved path along the shores of Lake Washington. Runners begin with a "warm-up" hill that leads into the interior of the park, providing an opportunity to frolic through the forest and enjoy the vibrant Pacific Northwest fall foliage. The 5K distance […]

The Royal Parks Half Marathon is a premier 13.1-mile road race that showcases London's most iconic landmarks and four historic Royal Parks on closed roads. Course Highlights The Royal Parks Half Marathon offers what is widely considered one of the most scenic urban routes in the world. Starting in the iconic Hyde Park, runners embark on a 13.1-mile journey that seamlessly blends London's historic architecture with its lush green spaces. The course has recently been refreshed to include even more […]

The Munich Marathon is a premier road race in Germany that takes runners on a scenic one-lap course through the heart of Munich, starting and finishing in the historic Olympic Park. Course Highlights The Munich Marathon offers a stunning one-lap course that showcases the best of the Bavarian capital. The race begins in the iconic Olympic Park, a legacy of the 1972 Summer Olympics, and proceeds through the city's most beautiful neighborhoods. Runners pass through the majestic Siegestor (Victory Gate), […]

The Munich Marathon is a premier city race that takes runners through the heart of Munich, passing iconic landmarks like Marienplatz and the English Garden, with a spectacular start and finish in the historic Olympic Park. Course Highlights The Munich Marathon offers a breathtaking single-lap course that showcases the very best of the Bavarian capital. Starting in the iconic Olympic Park, runners traverse a route that is as scenic as it is steeped in history. A major highlight is the […]

The ASML Marathon Eindhoven is the largest running event in North Brabant, known for its exceptionally flat, fast course and a vibrant atmosphere supported by over 200,000 spectators. Course Highlights The ASML Marathon Eindhoven is celebrated for its exceptionally flat and fast course, making it a prime destination for runners looking to set personal bests or break records. In fact, the course record was recently shattered in 2023 by Kenneth Kipkemoi with a time of 2:04:52. The route winds through […]

The Lake Washington Half Marathon is a scenic loop course starting and ending at Juanita Beach Park, taking runners along the shores of Lake Washington and through Kirkland's neighborhoods. Course Highlights The Lake Washington Half Marathon features a USATF-certified loop course that begins and ends at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland. Runners follow a scenic route along the shores of Lake Washington and through various residential neighborhoods. The course includes sections on the Cross Kirkland Corridor Trail and has an […]

The Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon is a premier World Athletics Gold Label road race held annually in New Delhi, India, known for its flat and fast course that attracts world-class athletes. Course Highlights The Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon offers one of the most visually stunning and historically rich courses in the world of distance running. The race begins and ends at the legendary Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, a venue that has hosted numerous international sporting events. From the starting line, runners […]

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is Canada's flagship running event and a World Athletics Elite Label race, featuring a fast, flat course through the heart of downtown Toronto and along the scenic Lake Ontario shoreline. Course Highlights The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is renowned for its scenic and exceptionally flat course, which makes it a favorite for elite athletes chasing records and recreational runners seeking personal bests. The route takes participants on a grand tour of Toronto’s diverse neighborhoods, starting […]

Series OverviewThe Austin Distance Challenge is the ultimate Texas running journey — a structured five-race series that takes runners from the Daisy Dash 10K in October all the way to the Austin Marathon or Half Marathon in February. Organized by the Austin Runners Club for nearly three decades, the series attracts runners of every level who want accountability, community, and a goal to chase through Austin's best racing season. The 2025–26 series spans October 18, 2025 through February 15, 2026; […]

The TREK Antwerp Marathon is a major Belgian road race featuring a flat, fast course through the historic city center and the Port of Antwerp, culminating in a finish at the iconic MAS museum. Course Highlights The TREK Antwerp Marathon takes runners on an extraordinary journey through one of Europe's most vibrant port cities. The course is renowned for being flat and fast, making it an ideal choice for both elite athletes chasing personal bests and first-time marathoners. The journey […]

The Yorkshire Marathon is a premier road race in the historic city of York, England, featuring a fast and flat course that passes the iconic York Minster and scenic country villages. Course Highlights The Yorkshire Marathon offers a truly unique route that showcases both the historic grandeur of York and the tranquil beauty of the surrounding North Yorkshire countryside. The race begins and ends at the University of York’s Heslington campus, providing a spacious and atmospheric setting for the start […]

The AJ Bell Great South Run is the world's premier 10-mile road race, featuring a flat and fast course through Portsmouth's historic dockyard and along the scenic Southsea seafront. Course Highlights The Great South Run is renowned for its fast, flat, and incredibly scenic course that showcases the very best of Portsmouth’s maritime heritage. Runners are granted the unique privilege of racing through the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, passing within touching distance of legendary vessels like HMS Victory and the Mary […]

The Marathon Eryri, also known as the Snowdonia Marathon, is a challenging road race that circles Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales, featuring over 2,700 feet of elevation gain. Course Highlights The Marathon Eryri course is legendary for its beauty and its difficulty, offering a complete circumnavigation of the Snowdon massif. Starting just outside the village of Llanberis on the A4086, runners immediately face a significant challenge as they climb toward the top of the Llanberis Pass. Reaching an elevation […]

The Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon is Kenya's flagship road race, featuring a scenic course along the Southern Bypass with views of Nairobi National Park. It attracts over 30,000 participants annually, celebrating the country's rich athletic heritage and supporting youth empowerment through the Futuremakers initiative. Course Highlights The Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon offers a truly unique running experience, distinguished by its course along the iconic Southern Bypass. As participants traverse this scenic route, they are treated to breathtaking views of the […]