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Which races deserve the top spot in each state for 2026?
New Hampshire has 5 active marathons this year. Races are most common in October, September, and November. Course terrain for these courses is most often hilly or rolling hills. Typical race day temperatures range from 41°F to 63°F.
Popular races include the Manchester City Marathon, Cheap Marathon, and Clarence DeMar Marathon. 5 certified courses can be great Boston qualifier options. Races with the best Boston qualifying percentages include the Cheap Marathon — 31.3% BQ and Clarence DeMar Marathon — 14.3% BQ.
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Cheap MarathonDerry, NH04/04/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 550 Finishers |
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Granite State MarathonNashua, NH05/09/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 48 Finishers |
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Clarence DeMar MarathonKeene, NH09/27/2026 | ![]() Downhill![]() 308 Finishers |
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New Hampshire MarathonBristol, NH10/03/2026 | ![]() Hilly![]() 230 Finishers |
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Manchester City MarathonManchester, NH11/08/2026 | ![]() Hilly![]() 572 Finishers |
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