This is my third time running the Chicago Marathon, the feeling of running this race gets better every time! Love everything about it. Best organized race, best volunteers, and best spectators. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to have the time of their life!!

The Litchfield Hills Road Race is ideal if you're looking for a small-town run and are in Connecticut during the summer. It's an institution in the town of Litchfield, and race organizers realize that: they plan an entire weekend around the road race, including a craft fair and a block party.

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Fun event organized by a local running club on Martha's Vineyard. The flat course is in the sun, but there are water stations along the way and usually some give-a-ways. Great for all levels and ages.