This list ranks the fastest marathons in February based on the race's Course Score. The Course Score for each marathon is created from an algorithm derived from research on how grade and elevation affect marathon running performance (race time weather is not factored in). For more detailed information, please visit the FAQ.
The BQ % is the percentage of runners who qualified for the Boston Marathon according to the latest race results. Although it is not always indicative of a fast or slow course, the percent of Boston Marathon qualifiers can provide insight into the quality of the field and/or the speed of the course.
To see a ranking of marathons based on the weather factors, in addition to the course characteristics, visit the Fastest Marathons page.
The list only includes certified marathon courses. Keep in mind that Course Scores and ranking assume very good course management and pacing - especially for the extremely downhill races.
| Race Name | Course Score | BQ % | Elevation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wicked Fast (AZ) Marathon Tucson, AZ 02/21/2026 |  Downhill Course | ||
| 2 | Ventura Marathon Ventura, CA 02/22/2026 | Downhill Course | ||
| 3 | Mesa Marathon Mesa, AZ 02/13/2027 | Downhill Course | ||
| 4 | SoCal Marathon Huntington Beach, CA 02/27/2027 | Downhill Course | ||
| 5 | Galveston Marathon Galveston, TX 02/21/2027 |  Very Flat Course | ||
| 6 | Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon Ft. Lauderdale, FL 02/14/2027 | Very Flat Course | ||
| 7 | St. Petersburg Distance Classic Marathon St. Petersburg, FL 02/07/2027 |  Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 8 | Seville Marathon Seville, ES 02/21/2027 | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 9 | Mississippi River Marathon Greenville, MS 02/07/2026 | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 10 | Donna Marathon Jacksonville Beach, FL 02/07/2027 | Very Flat Course | ||
| 11 | Run Oak Island Marathon Oak Island, NC 02/14/2027 | Very Flat Course | ||
| 12 | We Run this Beach Marathon Gulf Shores, AL 02/22/2026 | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 13 | Woodlands Marathon The Woodlands, TX 02/27/2027 | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 14 | Love Chocolate Marathon Savannah, GA 02/13/2027 | Very Flat Course | ||
| 15 | Groundhog Day Marathon Grand Rapids, MI 02/06/2027 |  Rolling Course | ||
| 16 | Surf City Marathon Huntington Beach, CA 02/07/2027 | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 17 | Wilmington Marathon Wilmington, NC 02/27/2027 | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 18 | Warm up Columbus Dublin, OH 02/01/2026 | Very Flat Course | ||
| 19 | Papa Loco Marathon Conway, AR 02/08/2026 | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 20 | Florida Marathon Melbourne, FL 02/07/2027 | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 21 | Hilton Head Island Marathon Hilton Head Island, SC TBD | Mostly Flat Course | ||
| 22 | Tallahassee Marathon Tallahassee, FL 02/08/2026 | Rolling Course | ||
| 23 | Death Valley Marathon Death Valley, CA 02/07/2026 | Rolling Course | ||
| 24 | Railway Marathon Fultondale, AL 02/06/2027 | Rolling Course | ||
| 25 | Cowtown Marathon Fort Worth, TX 02/28/2027 | Rolling Course | ||
| 26 | Valentines Day Massacre Marathon Greensboro, NC 02/14/2027 | Rolling Course | ||
| 27 | Austin Marathon Austin, TX 02/14/2027 | Rolling Course | ||
| 28 | Mississippi Blues Marathon Jackson, MS 02/20/2027 | Rolling Course | ||
| 29 | Ellerbe Marathon Ellerbe, NC 02/28/2026 |  Hilly Course | ||
| 30 | El Paso Marathon El Paso, TX 02/28/2027 | Rolling Course |
