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Vermont has 5 active marathons this year. Races are most common in May, October, and July. Course terrain for these courses is most often rolling hills or hilly. Typical race day temperatures range from 46°F to 67°F.
Popular races include the Vermont City Marathon, Mad Marathon, and Champlain Islands Marathon. 4 certified courses can be great Boston qualifier options. Races with the best Boston qualifying percentages include the Vermont City Marathon — 11.2% BQ and Champlain Islands Marathon — 2.9% BQ.
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Maple Leaf MarathonFairlee, VT05/08/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 18 Finishers |
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Vermont City MarathonBurlington, VT05/24/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 1,521 Finishers |
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Mad MarathonWaitsfield, VT07/12/2026 | ![]() Hilly![]() 246 Finishers |
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Kingdom MarathonWest Glover, VT10/03/2026 | ![]() Hilly![]() 50 Finishers |
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Champlain Islands MarathonSouth Hero, VT10/18/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 136 Finishers |
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