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Beginner-friendly Marathons in October 2026
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- Sun 4 Oct
- £23-£30
- Early bird
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK
The Isle of Wight Marathon
The Isle of Wight Marathon celebrates its 70th Anniversary in 2026! It has been run continuously since 1957, making it the longest-running (and one of the first to be held) in the UK.
- 26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent
- Sun 25 Oct
- £37.50-£39.50
Lymington, Hampshire, UK
Wight Lines
Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.
- 7 hrs trail running + 47 ft ascent
- Sat 17 Oct
- $80
Greensboro, North Carolina, USA
Cannonball Running Festival - Marathon
- 26.2 miles road running
- Sat 17 Oct
- $130-$150
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Baltimore Running Festival - Marathon
- 26.2 miles road running
- Sun 18 Oct
- $125-$165
Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
University of Michigan Health-West Grand Rapids Marathon
- 26.2 miles road running