Marathon 2 Marathon

OCT
24
2026
Experience a Boston Marathon qualifier in the Texas desert near Big Bend National Park. Choose from distances including 5K to a full marathon and enjoy a community event that supports local organizations.
Sat 24 Oct 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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M2M - Marathon 2 Marathon 2026

The M2M - Marathon 2 Marathon is an athletic event held in Marathon, Texas, located approximately 40 miles from the entrance to Big Bend National Park. This event serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier and directs all proceeds to support local organizations within the town. The competition features several distance options for participants:

  • Full Marathon
  • Half Marathon
  • 10K
  • 5K

The Full Marathon starts while it is still dark, and participants in this category are required to wear reflective clothing and a headlamp for safety. There is a specific time limit for the Full Marathon; participants must be able to complete the course within six hours. The course officially closes in the afternoon.

Participants who register by September 1 receive a shirt and a medal upon crossing the finish line. The event features belt buckles as awards for top finishers. Additional amenities available for purchase include a pasta dinner and a BBQ lunch. Online registration for all categories closes on the Wednesday prior to the race date. Approximately 500 participants typically take part in this desert-based event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km