Marine Corps 17.75K
Upcoming Events
Marine Corps Historic Half
The Marine Corps Historic Half is perfectly situated halfway between the capital of the Commonwealth in Richmond and the nation’s capital. The hugely popular Marine Corps Historic Half has made historic Fredericksburg a fashionable spring weekend getaway.
Additional Events: Healthy Lifestyle Expo
Quantico 12k
Rise to the Challenge and #RunWithTheMarines through the grounds of the Officer Candidates School (OCS). The 7.46 mile course offers unique access to the training area for future Marine leaders.
Marine Corps Marathon
Recognized for impeccable organization on an iconic course managed by the US Marines in Arlington, VA and the nation’s capital, the Marine Corps Marathon is one of the largest marathons in the US and the world. Known as ‘the best marathon for beginners,’ the MCM is the largest marathon in the world that doesn’t offer prize money, earning its nickname, “The People’s Marathon.”
Additional Events: MCM50KMCM10KMCM Runners Club RegistrationMCM Dining InExpoRace ProgramMCM AppMCM Kids Run
Turkey Trot
Unleash a pre-emptive strike on holiday calories by running a 10K along the tree-lined roadways of Marine Corps Base Quantico.
Hometown Challenge: SMMC
Gather your running partners for this historical journey in celebration of the first senior enlisted advisor post created of any of the United States military branches.
News & updates
2024 MCM Kids Run Shirt Design Contest
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization is excited to announce a special opportunity for the future artist in your family or school. Grab those crayons and paint brushes to create the next MCM Kids Run shirt! All your artist needs to do is submit the artwork and our designers will turn it into a fun shirt […]
2024 MCMO Event Calendar
Dates are set for the 2024 Marine Corps Marathon Organization running schedule and we can’t wait for you to #RunWithTheMarines! There are live and virtual events of various distances for all ages and levels, starting in January. The Newbie Same great race, new fresh look! Returning Challenge new challenge Registration for the Marine Corps 17.75K […]
2024 DISTINGUISHED PARTICIPANT program
In 2024, runners can now register for all five event weekends at one time with the 2024 Distinguished Participant bundle. Take on the Marine Corps 17.75K, Marine Corps Historic Half, Quantico 12K, one of the MCM Weekend events (MCM10K, MCM or MCM50K) and the Turkey Trot and earn a special medal! The Distinguished Participant bundle […]
armed forces series challenge
Aim high and display your grit by #runningwiththetroops! Complete the Armed Forces Series Challenge and earn a coveted series medal. Are you ready to be all you can be?
Complete each of the live events starting in 2024 and become one of the few, the proud, the mighty.
meet the 2023 mcm diplomats
These passionate runners are helping MCMO tell the world about a healthy and active lifestyle through fun, authentic and engaging content. Follow each of our Diplomats as they showcase their passion for the sport while training for the 48th MCM.
About the Marine Corps Marathon Organization
The MCM is one of the largest marathons in the US and the world. MCM stands as the largest marathon in the world that doesn’t offer prize money, earning its nickname, “The People’s Marathon.” The MCM has been voted “Best Marathon in the Mid Atlantic,” “Best Marathon for Charities” and “Best Spectator Event.” Hosted annually in the Arlington, VA and the nation’s capital, the MCM offers an experience for runners to tour the nation’s most recognizable landmarks while being supported by the men and women of the United States Marine Corps.
