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Best Boston Marathon Qualifiers for 2026

Best Boston Marathon Qualifiers

It's here! Our annual list of the year's
best marathons to help you qualify for the Boston Marathon.

2026 IS HERE!

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Connecticut Marathons

Decide which marathon is best for you by using our comprehensive Connecticut Marathons Calendar.

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View the PR Score and Course Scores of over 500 marathons to determine which gives you the best chance to PR or qualify for Boston.

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Featured Races

Date	Race
October 10, 2026	Hayden Lake Marathon Hayden, Idaho Enjoy a unique & challenging course around Hayden Lake in Idaho
September 27, 2026	Boulderthon: Boulder Marathon Boulder, CO World-Class Marathon Experience Finishing in the Heart of Boulder.
October 11, 2026	Spokane Marathon Spokane, Washington Unique & scenic course running on city streets & the Centennial Trail

Connecticut Marathons						Course	PR Score	Finishers	BQ%	Reviews	Compare
Savin Rock Marathon West Haven, CT 04/03/2027						Rolling Hills 133 Finishers		133 Finishers		Reviews	Compare Races
Nutmeg State Marathon Hartford, CT 05/30/2026						Rolling Hills 32 Finishers		32 Finishers		Reviews	Compare Races
Nip Muck Trail Marathon Ashford, CT 10/04/2026						Hilly 53 Finishers	Course is Not Certified	53 Finishers	Course is Not Certified	Reviews	Compare Races
Hartford Marathon Hartford, CT 10/10/2026						Rolling Hills 1,915 Finishers		1,915 Finishers		Reviews	Compare Races
Roxbury Marathon Roxbury, CT 11/14/2026						Hilly 40 Finishers	Course is Not Certified	40 Finishers	Course is Not Certified	Reviews	Compare Races