The Two Cities Marathon

November 1, 2026 — Fresno/Clovis, California
5K • 10K • Half Marathon • Marathon

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2026 Event Guide

Welcome to The Two Cities Marathon! The cities of Fresno and Clovis welcome you to a world-class race experience here in California’s Central Valley. Whether you are chasing a coveted Boston-Qualifier(or Olympic Qualifier) in the marathon distance or attempting your first 5k, we can’t wait to celebrate YOU this November.

2026 Finisher’s Medal

2026 Shirt and Hoodie(Included with Registration)

Sizes are limited and will sell out!

Why Two Cities?

Two Cities offers a unique blend of big-event excitement with a small, intimate feel. Every participant is treated like a rockstar—each runner receives both a cozy hoodie and a high-quality technical race shirt.

All distances come with the full 2CM experience: a finisher medal at the finish line, a hot post-race breakfast, beer for finishers, and live entertainment in our vibrant finisher festival.

At Two Cities, every athlete—no matter the distance—is celebrated.

Join Our Social Community!

Meet Gianna Warkentin, one of our 2026 Two Cities Marathon ambassadors!🏃‍♀️🎉 We asked Gianna why she’s excited to be a 2CM Ambassador: “I am excited to be a 2CM ambassador because I love our city and how this race brings every
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Meet Juan Lopez, one of our 2026 Two Cities Marathon ambassadors!🏃‍♂️🎉 We asked Juan why he’s excited to be a 2CM Ambassador: “Two Cities half marathon was my first official race. It introduced me to what community is all about on
Meet Carlanda Miller, one of our 2026 Two Cities Marathon ambassadors!🏃‍♀️🎉 We asked Carlanda why she’s excited to be a 2CM Ambassador: “I’m excited to be a Two Cities Marathon ambassador because running has become
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Meet Erika Sanchez-Vasquez, one of our 2026 Two Cities Marathon ambassadors!🏃‍♀️🎉 We asked Erika why she’s excited to be a 2CM Ambassador: “I’m excited to be a 2CM ambassador because running has become such an important part
Meet Fernando Magana, one of our 2026 Two Cities Marathon ambassadors!🏃🎉 We asked Fernando why he’s excited to be a 2CM Ambassador: “I am excited to be an ambassador because it is an opportunity to inspire and motivate other people aro
Meet Angela Floyd, one of our 2026 Two Cities Marathon ambassadors!🏃‍♀️🎉 We asked Angela why she’s excited to be a 2CM Ambassador: “Two Cities was actually my first half marathon ever, so this race really means a lot to me. It&rsqu
Meet Josh Hawley, one of our returning Two Cities Marathon ambassadors for 2026! 🏃‍♂️🎉 “My name is Josh Hawley and I’m thankful for Chris, my wife of 30 years (college sweethearts) and our sons Noah, Sam and Gabe. I’m a Fresn