Worldwide Marathons To Run in 2025
- Katie Doyle
- Apr 28
- 5 min read
Updated: Apr 29
Explore the Best International Marathons Around the World: Your Ultimate Guide
Looking to run a marathon abroad? From iconic races like the Berlin Marathon to unique events in places like Reykjavik and the Australian Gold Coast, international marathons provide the perfect blend of sport and travel.
Worldwide Marathons in May
The Prague Marathon
Date: May 4, 2025
Distance: 42.195 km (Marathon)
Details: A scenic race through the historic streets of Prague, attracting elite and amateur runners alike.
Registration: sold out :(
The Santiago Marathon
Date: May 18, 2025
Distance: 42.195 km
Details: A race through the vibrant capital of Chile, offering a mix of urban and natural scenery.
Registration: find out more here
The Geneva Marathon
Date: May 18, 2025
Distance: 42.195 km
Details: A race benefiting UNICEF, featuring a scenic route along Lake Geneva.
Registration: find out more here
The Copenhagen Marathon
Date: May 18, 2025
Distance: 42.195 km
Notable Participants: Attracts a mix of elite and amateur runners.
Prize Money: Prize money details are typically announced closer to the event date.
Registration: Open now.
Sign-Up Link: Copenhagen Marathon Registration
Travessa d'Encamp, Andorra
Date: May 23–25, 2025 (Friday–Sunday)
Distances: 7K, 12K, 21K, 42K, 84K
Details: An adventurous race through the Pyrenees Mountains, offering multiple distance options.
Registration: find out more here
The Edinburgh Marathon
Date: May 25, 2025
Distance: 42.195 km (Marathon)
Details: A race offering picturesque views along the East Lothian coastline.
Registration: find out more here
The Lima, Peru Marathon
Date: May 25, 2025
Distance: 42.195 km (Marathon)
Details: A race through the capital city of Peru, showcasing its rich culture and history.
Registration: find out more here
The Calgary, Canada Marathon
Date: May 24 and 25, 2025
Distance: 42.195 km (Marathon)
Details: A race offering a mix of urban and natural scenery in the heart of Alberta.
Registration: find out more here
Stockholm Marathon – Stockholm, Sweden
Date: May 31st
Distance: 42.195 km (Marathon)
Details: A race through the 14 islands of Stockholm, known for its scenic beauty and festive atmosphere.
Registration: find out more here
Worldwide Marathons in June
Cork City Marathon
Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Distances: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K
Location: Cork, Ireland
Registration: Sold out; waiting list available find out more here
NORN IRON 100 Marathon
Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Distance: Full Marathon (100 miles)
Location: Moneyneany to Gortin, Northern Ireland
Registration: Limited spots available, find out more here
Laguna Phuket Marathon
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Location: Phuket, Thailand
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K, 5K
Registration: Open
Prize: Trophies for top 3 in each age group
Website: gotorace.com/lpm2025
Grandma's Marathon
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km)
Location: Duluth, Minnesota, USA
Registration: Open find out more here
Prize: $10,000 for both male and female winners
Midnight Sun Marathon
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Location: Tromsø, Norway
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K
Registration: Open
Website: midnightsunmarathon.no
Bay of Fundy International Marathon
Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km)
Location: Lubec, Maine, USA to Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada
Registration: find out more here
Marathon du Mont Blanc
Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025
Location: Chamonix, France
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km), 10K, 80K Ultra
Registration: Open
Website: marathondumontblanc.com
Worldwide Marathons in July
Gold Coast Marathon
Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025
Location: Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Distances: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km)
Registration: Open
Prize: Not specified
Website: goldcoastmarathon.com.auWikipedia
North Sea Beach Marathon
Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025
Location: Hvide Sande, Denmark
Distances: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K, 5K
Registration: Open
Prize: Not specified
Pattaya Marathon
Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Location: Pattaya, Chonburi Province, Thailand
Distances: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K
Registration: Open
Website: pattayamarathon.comWikipedia
Victoria Falls Marathon
Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025
Location: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Distances: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km)
Registration: Open
Website: runfuntravel.comRun Fun Travel
Marburger Nachtmarathon (Marburg Night Marathon)
Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
Location: Marburg, Germany
Distances: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km)
Registration: Open
Hunter Valley Running Festival
Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Location: Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia
Distances: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K
Registration: Open
Website: huntervalleyrunningfestival.com.au
Australian Outback Marathon
Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Location: Uluru, Northern Territory, Australia
Distances: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 11K, 6K
Registration: Open
Prize: Not specified
Website: outbackmarathon.com
Love Trails Festival
Date: July 2025 (exact date TBC)
Location: United Kingdom
Distances: Various trail running events
Registration: Open
Prize: Not specified
Website: lovetrailsfestival.co.uk
Worldwide Marathons August
Hokkaido Marathon
Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025
Location: Sapporo, Japan
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km)
Registration: Open
Website: hokkaido-marathon.com
Reykjavik Marathon
Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
Location: Reykjavik, Iceland
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K, 3K
Prize: Not specified
Website: marathon.is
Helsinki Marathon
Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
Location: Helsinki, Finland
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km)
Registration: Open
Website: helsinkimarathon.fi
Kilimanjaro Trail Run
Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025
Location: Matadi, Tanzania
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 67K, 74K
Prize: Not specified
Website: runfuntravel.com
New Caledonia International Marathon
Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025
Location: Noumea, New Caledonia
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K, 5K
Registration: Open
Website: runfuntravel.com
Come to Galapagos Marathon
Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
Location: San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K, 5K
Prize: Not specified
Website: marathons2025.com
Point Mariah Trail Marathon
Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
Location: Soda Springs, California, USA
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km)
Registration: Open
Website: marathons2025.com
Boulder Rez Marathon
Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
Location: Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, Colorado, USA
Distance: Full Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K, 5K
Registration: Open
Website: marathons2025.com
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