Run with purpose,
finish with Pride.
27 Days
Historic Half
Semper Fidelis "The People's Marathon"
Marine Corps Marathon Organization conducts a series of running events, showcasing physical fitness and generating community goodwill in order to promote the high standards and discipline of the Marine Corps. Annually ranked as one of the largest marathons in the US and the world, the MCM has been recognized as "Best Marathon in the Mid-Atlantic," "Best for Families" and "Best for Beginners." Runners from all 50 states and more than 60 countries participate in the MCM and an annual calendar of events including the Marine Corps Historic Half in Fredericksburg, VA in May and the MCM Event Series conducted aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico. Organized by the men and women of the United States Marine Corps, the MCM is the largest marathon in the world that doesn't offer prize money, instead celebrating the honor, courage and commitment of all finishers.
Get Set Defining Moments
Start Prepared
Historic Half
Great medal + Amazing crowds + Terrific weekend getaway + the Marines=an Instant Running Favorite. The Marine Corps Historic Half features colonial sites, a quaint downtown and the now famous Hospital Hill.
Run For a Cause
Entries to the MCM are available through MCM Charity Partners. Run to raise funds and awareness for these organizations.
Run With The Marines
Belleau Wood 8K
On Saturday, June 15 aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, run 4.97 miles in the spirit of the Marines who earned the nickname "Devil Dogs."
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Three August Events Open Registration on April 17
Swim, bike and run or...just run with the Marines on August 24. Registration opens on April 17 for the three distinct events to be hosted aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico.
Post 04.01.2019
R U A Running Fool?
Today is April Fool’s Day - a day notoriously known for pranks and jokes. Except this is real. For TODAY ONLY on April 1, all Historic Half Weekend and Run Amuck Weekend events are 10% off by using code: RUNNINGFOOL19.
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There's Still a Way into the MCM
Limited entries are still available through the MCM Charity Program. Runners determined to #RunWithTheMarines can scan the list of MCM Charity Partners to make a connect to a cause. More than 70 charitable organizations hold guaranteed entries into the MCM.
