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Road closures, public transit and what to know about the 2024 Marine Corps Marathon

By WTOP Staff
October 27, 2024 | 8:14 AM

Thousands of people are running around some of the D.C.-area’s most iconic sights and landmarks this weekend for the 49th annual Marine Corps Marathon.

The 26.2-mile race began Sunday morning and road closures are in place for the one of the largest marathons in the U.S. and the world, earning it the nickname “The People’s Marathon.”

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What to know about the 50th Marine Corps Marathon

By WTOP Staff
October 22, 2025 | 5:56 AM

The Marine Corps Marathon celebrates its 50th anniversary in October, and for the first time, access to the start and finish areas will be restricted to registered runners only. One of the largest marathons in the world, the 26.2-mile race will be held on Sunday, Oct. 26. With the new restrictions on access points, organizers are encouraging spectators to take Metro to key locations along the course to cheer their runners on.

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