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Beginner-friendly Marathons in October 2026

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  • Sun 18 Oct
  • $100
Lowell, Massachusetts, USA

Baystate Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sat 24 Oct
  • $150-$165
Moab, Utah, USA

Canyonlands Marathon

  • 42.2 km trail running
  • Sun 25 Oct
  • $87.58
Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA

7 Bridges Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sun 25 Oct
  • £37-£39
Windsor, Buckinghamshire, UK

Windsor Dorney Lakeside Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running

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