The results are in for our 2026 Best Marathons poll.
See the best marathons in each state, as voted by runners.
Louisiana has 5 active marathons this year. Races are most common in November, January, and March. Course terrain for these courses is most often mostly flat or very flat. Typical race day temperatures range from 52°F to 64°F.
Popular races include the Every Womans Marathon, Louisiana Marathon, and Zydeco Marathon. There is 1 new marathon in Louisiana this year — New Orleans Marathon. 4 certified courses can be great Boston qualifier options. Races with the best Boston qualifying percentages include the Louisiana Marathon — 9.0% BQ and Zydeco Marathon — 3.4% BQ.
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Louisiana MarathonBaton Rouge, LA01/17/2027 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 1,477 Finishers |
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Every Womans MarathonNew Orleans, LA02/28/2027 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 3,949 Finishers |
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Zydeco MarathonLafayette, LA03/07/2027 | ![]() Very Flat![]() 175 Finishers |
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New Orleans MarathonNew Orleans, LA11/14/2026 | ![]() Very Flat
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Log Jammer MarathonShreveport, LA11/22/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 101 Finishers |
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