Guide
Races in the USA
We list 20 races in the USA — every one we'd actually book a flight for. The catch on each is here too, from lottery odds to the months that get too hot to enjoy.
- When to go
- September, October, November, December, January, March, April, May, June
- Entry
- $75–$1,500
- Visa (US passport)
- no visa needed
- Race-day temps
- 5–35°C
- Getting in
- 11 direct entry, 2 qualifier, 6 lottery, 1 charity only
September 2026
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
January 2027
March 2027
April 2027

RunningHalf marathon
The Hapalua
Open · Direct entryRace guide →

CyclingGran fondo · Gran fondo
Sea Otter Classic
Opens Oct 6 · Direct entryRace guide →

RunningMarathon
Boston Marathon
Closed · QualifierRace guide →

RunningMarathon
Big Sur Marathon
Closed · LotteryRace guide →
May 2027
June 2027

Triathlon70.3
Honu 70.3
Open · Direct entryRace guide →

GravelGravel
Unbound Gravel
Opens Nov 1 · LotteryRace guide →

UltraUltra
Western States 100
Opens Nov 1 · LotteryRace guide →

GravelGravel
SBT GRVL
Opens Oct 14 · LotteryRace guide →











