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Which races deserve the top spot in each state for 2026?
Indiana has 10 active marathons this year. Races are most common in September, April, and November. Course terrain for these courses is most often rolling hills or mostly flat. Typical race day temperatures range from 29°F to 65°F.
Popular races include the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, Carmel Marathon, and Mill Race Marathon. 7 certified courses can be great Boston qualifier options. Races with the best Boston qualifying percentages include the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon — 18.8% BQ and Veterans Marathon — 9.0% BQ.
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Victory MarathonHillsdale, IN04/11/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 14 Finishers |
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Carmel MarathonCarmel, IN04/18/2026 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 1,451 Finishers |
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Fort Wayne MarathonFort Wayne, IN04/26/2026 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 109 Finishers |
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Dances with Dirt Marathon - IndianaGnaw Bone, IN05/16/2026 | ![]() Hilly![]() 33 Finishers |
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Back Your Badge MarathonPlainfield, IN09/20/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 107 Finishers |
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Honest Abe Trail MarathonLincoln City, IN09/20/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 18 Finishers |
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Mill Race MarathonColumbus, IN09/26/2026 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 211 Finishers |
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Tecumseh Trail MarathonBloomington, IN10/17/2026 | ![]() Very Hilly![]() 35 Finishers |
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Indianapolis Monumental MarathonIndianapolis, IN11/07/2026 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 6,674 Finishers |
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Veterans MarathonColumbia City, IN11/08/2025 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 134 Finishers |
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