How many marathons in North America in December are there in 2026?

There are 12 upcoming marathons in North America in December listed on 42Cal, all in December 2026. The count updates automatically as races are added.

When is the best time for marathons in North America in December?

Most of the 12 races on this list (12 of them) fall in December 2026.

Which race in this list has the least elevation gain?

Kiawah Island Marathon in Kiawah Island is the flattest race on this list, with about 50 ft of total elevation gain — based on the 11 of 12 races here with elevation data on file.

How current is this list?

This list was last refreshed on October 13, 2026. Race dates, locations, and course details are updated continuously as organizers confirm changes, so this page reflects the calendar as of that date.

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December Marathons in North America 2026

There are 12 upcoming marathons in North America in December on the 42Cal calendar, all in December 2026.

Upcoming races

December 2026

Date range

Countries

640 ft

Median elevation

Race data last updated October 13, 2026.

Upcoming December Marathons in North America 2026

12 races

Dec 5, 2026
Registration Open
Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon
Rehoboth Beach, DE, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon
See full guide
Dec 5, 2026
Registration Open
St. Jude Memphis Marathon
Memphis, TN, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon
See full guide
Dec 6, 2026
Sold Out
California International Marathon
Sacramento, CA, United States
Marathon
See full guide
Dec 6, 2026
Registration Open
San Antonio Marathon
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon, 5K
See full guide
Dec 12, 2026
Registration Open
Jacksonville Marathon
Jacksonville, FL, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon, 5K
See full guide
Dec 12, 2026
Sold Out
Kiawah Island Marathon
Kiawah Island, SC, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon, 5K
See full guide
Dec 13, 2026
Registration Open
BCS Marathon
College Station, TX, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon
See full guide
Dec 13, 2026
Registration Open
BMW Dallas Marathon
Dallas, TX, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
See full guide
Dec 13, 2026
Registration Open
Honolulu Marathon
Honolulu, HI, United States
Marathon
Also: 10K
See full guide
Dec 13, 2026
Registration Open
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
Pass Christian to Biloxi, Mississippi, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon, 5K
See full guide
Dec 13, 2026
Registration Open
Rocket City Marathon
Huntsville, AL, United States
Marathon
Also: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
See full guide
Dec 13, 2026
Registration Open
Tucson Marathon
Oracle, AZ, United States to Oro Valley, AZ, United States
Marathon
Also: Half Marathon, 50K
See full guide

Compare These Races

Race	Date	Location	Distance	Elevation	Status
Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon	December 2026	Rehoboth Beach, United States	Marathon	30 m	Registration Open
St. Jude Memphis Marathon	December 2026	Memphis, United States	Marathon	214 m	Registration Open
California International Marathon	December 2026	Sacramento, United States	Marathon	202 m	Sold Out
San Antonio Marathon	December 2026	San Antonio, United States	Marathon	—	Registration Open
Jacksonville Marathon	December 2026	Jacksonville, United States	Marathon	60 m	Registration Open
Kiawah Island Marathon	December 2026	Kiawah Island, United States	Marathon	50 ft	Sold Out
BCS Marathon	December 2026	College Station, United States	Marathon	717 ft	Registration Open
BMW Dallas Marathon	December 2026	Dallas, United States	Marathon	843 ft	Registration Open
Honolulu Marathon	December 2026	Honolulu, United States	Marathon	195 m	Registration Open
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon	December 2026	Pass Christian to Biloxi, United States	Marathon	50 m	Registration Open
Rocket City Marathon	December 2026	Huntsville, United States	Marathon	667 ft	Registration Open
Tucson Marathon	December 2026	Oracle, United States	Marathon	292 ft	Registration Open