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Fresno, CA
Sunday, November 1, 2026
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Race Dates
2026: Sunday, November 1, 2026Course Information
Profile: Mostly FlatRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 56°F (13°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 99.39Race Size
2025: 710 FinishersBQ Percentages
2025: 7.8%Miscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: Yes
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 71°F (22°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
52°F (11°C) |
PR Score |
98.74 |
Course Score |
99.42 |
The Two Cities Marathon was the 113th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 127th largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2025, 7.8% of Two Cities Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 9.5% of finishers qualified for Boston.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Two Cities Marathon ranked 191st among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 175th in 2024. In California, it ranked 13th in 2025 and 12th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.
The Two Cities Marathon has a Course Score of 99.39, ranking it as the 135th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 9th fastest marathon course in California.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Two Cities Marathon a PR Score of 99.39. The PR Score ranks the Two Cities Marathon as the 96th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 8th best marathon for a PR in California.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Two Cities Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and California for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 383 feet (116m)
Min Elevation: 335 feet (102m)
Elevation Gain: 317 feet (96m)
Elevation Loss: 317 feet (96m)
Course updated 06/23/2026
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