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Semper Fred 5k

Date of Event: 05.17.2025
Days Till Event: 45
The Semper Fred 5k is a family-friendly, all ages event in historic Fredericksburg, the day BEFORE the Marine Corps Historic Half.

Additional Events: Healthy Lifestyle Expo

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Upcoming Events

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05.18.2025

Marine Corps Historic Half

The Marine Corps Historic Half is perfectly situated halfway between the capital of the Commonwealth in Richmond and the nation’s capital. The hugely popular Marine Corps Historic Half has made historic Fredericksburg a fashionable spring weekend getaway.

Additional Events|Healthy Lifestyle ExpoEsprit de Corps Challenge

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07.04.2025

250 for the corps: Virtual Challenge

Gather your running partners for this historical journey in celebration of the first senior enlisted advisor post created of any of the United States military branches.

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08.23.2025

Quantico 12k

Rise to the Challenge and #RunWithTheMarines through the grounds of the Officer Candidates School (OCS). The 7.46 mile course offers unique access to the training area for future Marine leaders.

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10.26.2025

Marine Corps Marathon

Recognized for impeccable organization on an iconic 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.”

Additional Events|Mission Ready LunchExpoRace ProgramMCM AppMCM Kids Run

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11.22.2025

Turkey Trot

Unleash a pre-emptive strike on holiday calories by running a 10K along the tree-lined roadways of Marine Corps Base Quantico.

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MCM Runners Club

Runners who have successfully completed at least five Marine Corps Marathons are eligible to join the MCM Runners Club.

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Marine Corps 17.75K

The Marine Corps 17.75K distance commemorates the year the Marine Corps was established.

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MCM Adopt-A-Mile Program

The Marine Corps Marathon Organization strives to be the best community partner possible, which means leaving an area cleaner than we found it. Therefore, the Marine Corps Marathon Organization is proud to offer the MCM Adopt-A-Mile Program. Help us keep neighborhoods clean by adopting a mile along the MCM course and we will donate up to $450 to your organization!

Armed Forces Series Challenge

Aim high and display your grit by #runningwiththetroops! Complete the Armed Forces Series Challenge and earn a coveted series medal. Are you ready to be all you can be? Complete each of the live events starting in 2024 and become one of the few, the proud, the mighty.

Meet the 2024 MCM Diplomats

These passionate runners are helping MCMO tell the world about a healthy and active lifestyle through fun, authentic and engaging content. Follow each of our Diplomats as they showcase their passion for the sport while training for the 49th MCM.

About the Marine Corps Marathon Organization

The MCM is one of the largest marathons in the US and the world and stands as the largest marathon in the world that doesn’t offer prize money, earning its nickname, “The People’s Marathon.” Learn about some of the most memorable MCM moments and achievements throughout the decades.