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Two Cities Marathon
Two Cities Marathon is a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and 1 Mile event held in Fresno, California. Its next confirmed date is Sunday, November 1, 2026. About 16,401 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- November 1, 2026
- Location
- Fresno, CA
- Field size
- ~16,401 runners
Race details
- Date
- Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Location
- Fresno, California
- Distances
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 Mile
- Field size
- About 16,401 runners
- Course
- 317 ft gain
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 6:30 AM PST
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface; 317 ft gain, 317 ft loss (official course data); Boston qualifier
About the Two Cities Marathon
In its 18th year and presented by CalViva Health, 2CM takes place in the central valley of California along the border of Fresno and Clovis. Our events offer scenic and truly flat PR courses for elite and beginners alike. Unique features of our Boston qualifying marathon distance include the Boston Challenge and an exciting Final Mile Competition in the full and half distances.
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Two Cities Marathon: common questions
- When is the Two Cities Marathon?
- The next confirmed date is Sunday, November 1, 2026.
- Where is the Two Cities Marathon held?
- In Fresno, California.
- What distances does the Two Cities Marathon offer?
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and 1 Mile.
- How many people run the Two Cities Marathon?
- About 16,401 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Two Cities Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Two Cities Marathon?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $160 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Two Cities Marathon start?
- 6:30 AM PST.
- What is the course like at the Two Cities Marathon?
- Loop course; Road surface; 317 ft gain, 317 ft loss (official course data); Boston qualifier.
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