Marathon is four loops and half marathon is two loops on greenbelts in Kingwood, starting at the Greentree Pool, proceeding to Lake Houston and returning to the Greentree Pool. The course is run entirely on concrete greenbelt trails which are open to the public.

Run or walk through three spectacular cities - Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe - while rockin’ to the beats of 70 live bands and 40 local cheer squads. Both routes are USATF-certified and the Marathon course is a Boston-qualifier. Flat, fast and filled with entertainment, it’s easy for beginners and seasoned veterans to succeed in Arizona!

Bringing runners from all over the country, the Miracle Match Marathon is sponsored by the Waco Firefighters Association and benefits the Scott and White Marrow Donor program, part of the Be The Match National Marrow Donor Registry. Also included in the event are a half marathon and 4 person relays. The full marathon is proud to announce a separate barefoot division this year, as well as cash prizes for those who podium and a bonus for setting the record. This is a full weekend event, hosting a 5K and one mile fun run the day before, as well as an expo and pasta party in downtown Waco. We also have a kids marathon, in which kids log 25 miles of running throughout several months, then run the final mile of their 'marathon' across the suspension bridge to claim their medals. 26.2 miles of Central Texas hills make for a challenging course. Marathonguide.com considers ours to be one of the most scenic and challenging courses in the country. Highlighting Waco's most valuable assets, the race runs through the Baylor campus, up historic Austin Avenue, climbing up Lake Shore Drive, through the hills of MCC, and finally requiring the athletes to tackle the gorgeous but relentless hills of Cameron Park. The finish line is just over the historic suspension bridge, making for a fabulous finisher photo!

The Austin Marathon and Half Marathon courses are USATF certified loops that run through some of Austin's most scenic and historic areas, including Lady Bird Johnson Lake, the Allandale and Hyde Park neighborhoods, Congress Avenue, the University of Texas campus and the State Capitol complex. The gently rolling and shaded course is 90% asphalt with long straightaways and approximately 28 turns. The marathon course gains approximately 14 feet per mile over the first 17 miles before dropping over 33 feet per mile over the final 9 miles to the finish on Congress Avenue in the shadow of the State Capitol building. With nearly 40 Austin bands to keep you motivated and 26 water & PowerAde stops and Seton Health Care Systems medical teams to keep you moving, the Austin Marathon & Half Marathon race courses are some of the best supported routes in America.

The Cowtown 2009, offers a Marathon, Half Marathon, Ultra Marathon, 10K, Adult 5K and KIDS 5K Run. Races offer a warm welcome and a look-see into the diverse cultures that are uniquely Fort Worth, "where the West begins".

The Little Rock Marathon and companion races are a running and walking tour through the scenic streets of Arkansas' capital city. Come enjoy our lively brand of southern hospitality.

The Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon, is held on the Seabrook nature trails surrounded by a diverse habitat of both fresh and salt marsh, the coastline of the Galveston Bay, woodlands, and wild-life and bird sanctuaries. The course consists of crushed granite surface. In addition to participating in a single race, runners can enter one of the challenges by finishing two races. This popular event has been known for its enthusiastic volunteers, great goodie bag and awesome post-race party.

Marathon course is two times and half marathon is one time around the out and back 13.1 mile course on pavement and forest roads in and around Groveton, starting at Groveton High School, proceeding on roads and streets, and returning to the Groveton High School.

This is one of the most beautiful marathon courses you will ever run. We may be a bit prejudiced because we love the beauty of Dallas, Texas when it is in early spring bloom. All the trees and shrubs will be in full foliage with all the flowering plants in spring bloom. We have designed our course so you can see Dallas at its' finest.

The GO! St. Louis Marathon and Family Fitness Weekend includes a Marathon, Half-Marathon, Marathon Relay, 5K Run/Walk, and Children's Fun Runs. The Marathon course is USTAF certified and is a Boston-qualifier.

50 bands on 28 entertainment stages and hundreds of high school cheerleaders will entertain runners, walkers and spectators alike. Country, rock, jazz, blues, swing and more will pulsate every mile on the course.

The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon is unlike any other marathon. It combines the intensely personal challenges of running a marathon with the emotion of a shared national tragedy. The OKC Marathon is not about runners, it is about life.

This is a flat, fast USATF Sanctioned/ Certified course that provides a great opportunity for a new PR.

The Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon promises to be a beautiful course which "flies" along the streets of Cincinnati, Covington, and Newport. This race presents a well-balanced, diverse tour of some the best neighborhoods in the area. All preregistered Marathon participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, limited edition poster, goodie bag, and a "special gift." All Marathon finishers will receive a finisher's medal, a mylar blanket, and Finish-area refreshments. Finisher's certificates will be available here for downloading after the race.

Live bands every mile and over 2,000 cheerleaders will rev up your run along the scenic streets of San Diego. Jog alongside Elvis, stop and dance with the bands or run for a PR. It’s your race – come experience the thrill of Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon!

Both courses begin on Interurban Av in Tukwila. Participants will run along the shores of Lake Washington. Both courses will finish outside of Qwest Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks.

From Start to Finish, it’s all about the Bling! Finishers will be presented with a commemorative medal by a United States Air Force Senior Leader Technical t-shirts for full and half marathon participants Flat and Fast Half Marathon Course Start and finish on the grounds of the National Museum of the United States Air Force Featuring fully-stocked hydration stations with energy gel, electrolytes, fruit and Port-o-Lets Aircraft flyovers throughout the day

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is known for its fast, flat course. Elite athletes and amateurs alike annually target the race for its potential to generate personal, national and world records. In addition to its speed, the course offers a scenic tour of Chicago as it weaves through 29 diverse neighborhoods and dozens of local and historic landmarks. You are guaranteed to see all that is great about the city of Chicago.

The Nike Women’s Marathon caters to women runners like no other event. Between the lavish treatments at the three-day Expotique, the chocolate mile, and that little blue Tiffany’s box awaiting runners at the finish, no detail has been overlooked in delivering the best experience possible to all participants.

2010 marks the 2500th anniversary of the battle of Marathon in 490 BC and the legendary run by Pheidippides from the Marathon Battlefield to the city of Athens. Not many events have a 2500th anniversary celebration. We hope you join us for the 2010 Athens Marathon and be a part of the history.

Not your typical race…Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio will show you how much fun a marathon or half marathon can be! Live Music Every Mile ;Spirited Cheer;Teams; Finish Line Fiesta; Headliner Concert;Inaugural Participant T-Shirt ;Finisher’s Medal ;Finisher’s Certificate ; ChampionChip Timing

This event features a great course, world class runners and cash prizes - we’re awarding 4 finishers with prize money of $1,000, $750, and $500 (x2)!

One of the best marathons in the nation and the premier running event in Dallas, the Dallas White Rock Marathon Presented by NexBank is the only Texas marathon located in a big city with easy access, transportation and plenty of hotel rooms that also offers the beauty of a 10-mile loop around the scenic White Rock Lake – a scenic oasis rivaling Central Park! All race-day events begin and end in Victory Park at the American Airlines Center near downtown Dallas.