2023 Marine Corps Marathon

 

Purpose and Pride. Run the Marine Corps Marathon while helping the lung cancer community!

 
 

Event Information

Recognized for impeccable organization on a scenic 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.”


Race Expo Packet Pickup

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center 

  • Friday - 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

All registered runners will be expected to pick up their race number, and long sleeve technical t-shirt at the expo.

Remember to bring the eCard to Packet Pick-up at the Health & Fitness Expo presented by Cigna, at the Gaylord National Resort (201 Waterfront Street) at National Harbor

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Race Day 

Marathon:

The Start Line is uniquely situated between the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery – the location offers a distinct reminder to runners that this is not just any marathon. 

The Marine Corps Marathon will begin at 7:45 a.m. for wheelchair and hand cycle participants. Runners will start 7:55 a.m. It is recommended that runners arrive as early as possible before the start time to proceed through the security checkpoint, drop off bags and line up in the appropriate corral. The Metro will open at 6 a.m. on Marathon Day. The closest Metro access to the start is the Pentagon station (blue/yellow). Arlington Cemetery Station is the only station that will remain closed on Marathon morning until 8:30 a.m. 

The MCM start line is located on Route 110 (all lanes) halfway between the Pentagon and Arlington Memorial Drive. Porta-potties are located in Runners Village and on Route 110 near the corrals.

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