Why are Tokyo, Boston, and London not included?
Today is June 12, 2026. Those 2026 races have already passed, and this import set only creates future timers.
Major marathons 2026
By mid-June 2026, the spring majors are already behind most runners. The useful planning question is what still sits ahead on the calendar for travel, training blocks, hotel bookings, and family logistics.
This page keeps only future 2026 major marathon dates that could be confirmed from official organizer pages. Tokyo, Boston, and London are left out because their 2026 races have already happened.
Race weekends include expos, packet pickup, charity events, and local transport changes. The timers point at race day in the host city timezone, while runners should still check their own start wave and organizer instructions closer to the event.
Next up
Sydney Marathon
Aug 30, 2026 · 00:00 · Australia/Sydney
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Future 2026 major marathon dates
- Sydney MarathonSunday, August 30, 2026
The official Sydney Marathon site lists Sunday, August 30, 2026 and identifies the race as a marathon major.
- Berlin MarathonSunday, September 27, 2026
The official Berlin Marathon site lists September 27, 2026 for the 2026 race.
- Chicago MarathonSunday, October 11, 2026
The official Chicago Marathon site lists October 11, 2026 for the 2026 race.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sydney included as a major?
Yes. The official Sydney Marathon site states that the 2026 race is the seventh marathon major, so it is included once its August 30 date is confirmed.
Do these timers count down to the race start?
They count down to race day in the host city timezone. Start waves and exact corral times belong in each runner's personal plan after the organizer publishes final race-day instructions.
Should spectators use the same dates?
Yes for the race day itself, but spectators should also add separate reminders for flights, hotels, road closures, expo hours, and meeting points.