![]() ![]() The weekend opens on Friday with the free Health & Fitness Expo at the DC Armory with the Marine Corps Quantico Band, the Marine Corps Color Guard and more. Some events are free, others require advance registration and purchase of tickets.Īttracting 30,000 runners from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and more than 50 countries, the marathon promotes physical fitness, generates community goodwill and showcases the organizational skills of the U.S. Whether you’re a competitor or just cheering for one, you will enjoy a robust weekend of events including distance runs for all ages, festive parties, dining celebrations and acclaimed expert speakers. ![]() Known as the best marathon for beginners, it’s also the world’s largest that doesn’t offer prize money, earning its nickname, “The People’s Marathon.” The iconic and scenic course through Arlington and Washington, DC, is managed by the U.S. Or catch a runner in action from the sidelines. Get into the esprit de corps on a #RunWithTheMarines. Strap on your running shoes and your can-do spirit on the final Sunday in October for the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), one of the largest marathons in the world.
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