Hartford Marathon Brings Runners and Community Together

By Summer Potvin & Gaita Cisse

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Hartford, October 20, 2026

The 2026 Eversource Hartford Marathon brought approximately 11,000 runners from across the country and around the world to Hartford for a day of competition and community. The 33rd annual event featured a marathon, half-marathon, and a 5K race through Hartford and surrounding towns. The marathon drew thousands of spectators that lined the course to cheer participants on.

Through running, volunteering and charitable involvement, the 2026 Eversource Hartford Marathon brought people together while celebrating community spirit across Hartford.