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North Dakota Marathons

North Dakota has 3 active marathons this year. Races are most common in May, September, and June. Course terrain for these courses is most often very flat or mostly flat. Typical race day temperatures range from 56°F to 76°F.

Popular races include the Fargo Marathon, Bismarck Marathon, and Williston Marathon. 3 certified courses can be great Boston qualifier options. Races with the best Boston qualifying percentages include the Fargo Marathon — 10.3% BQ and Bismarck Marathon — 8.3% BQ.

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Fargo Marathon

Fargo, ND
05/30/2026

Very Flat

Very Flat




Finishers

953 Finishers


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953 Finishers

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Williston Marathon

Williston, ND
06/06/2026

Rolling Hills

Rolling Hills



Finishers

18 Finishers


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18 Finishers

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Bismarck Marathon

Bismarck, ND
09/20/2026

Mostly Flat

Mostly Flat




Finishers

206 Finishers


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206 Finishers

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