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    Best Rolling Hills Marathons in the South for a BQ

    15 Boston-qualifying marathons · South · Rolling Hills

    These 15 rolling hills marathons across the South are certified Boston qualifiers. Compare BQ rates and course details to find your best shot.

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    How to evaluate rolling hills qualifiers in the South

    This collection helps runners compare similar terrain inside one travel region. Keeping geography steady makes it easier to judge whether the main difference is course profile, race size, weather, or BQ history. Start with the strongest race cards, then compare two or three finalists side by side before registering.

    For Boston qualifying, this page should be a short-list tool rather than the final answer. A race with a strong BQ rate may still be the wrong fit if it falls too soon after your peak training block, requires difficult travel, or uses terrain you have not practiced. A quieter race can be a better choice when the logistics are simple and the course matches your strengths.

    Before you register

    Regional familiarity can reduce uncertainty, but it does not replace race-specific research. Confirm the current course certification, date, packet pickup, and start plan on the official race site.

    Open each finalist, check the official race link, and compare the target pace against your Boston standard. If the decision is close, use BMQR's comparison tool so BQ rate, PR Score, course profile, date, and field size are visible in one place.

    Compare finalist racesCheck your qualifying standard

    Lubbock Marathon

    Lubbock, TX
    Emerging BQ
    October 25, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Cool (40–60°F), ideal racing conditions
    Rolling Hills

    Austin Marathon

    Austin, TX
    Emerging BQ
    February 15, 2026
    Large (2,000 - 9,999)
    Mild (50–65°F), low humidity
    Rolling Hills

    Star of Texas Marathon

    Spicewood, TX
    Emerging BQ
    December 13, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Mild (50–65°F), low humidity
    Rolling Hills

    Dallas Marathon

    Dallas, TX
    Emerging BQ
    December 13, 2026
    Large (2,000 - 9,999)
    Mild (50–65°F), low humidity
    Rolling Hills

    Route 66 Marathon

    Tulsa, OK
    Emerging BQ
    November 22, 2026
    Medium (500 - 1,999)
    Cool (40–60°F), ideal racing conditions
    Rolling Hills

    Cowtown Marathon

    Fort Worth, TX
    Emerging BQ
    March 1, 2026
    Medium (500 - 1,999)
    Cool to mild (45–65°F), variable conditions
    Rolling Hills

    Justice Run Marathon

    Fort Worth, TX
    Emerging BQ
    October 24, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Cool (40–60°F), ideal racing conditions
    Rolling Hills

    Irving Marathon

    Irving, TX
    Emerging BQ
    March 28, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Cool to mild (45–65°F), variable conditions
    Rolling Hills

    Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon

    Oklahoma City, OK
    Emerging BQ
    April 26, 2026
    Large (2,000 - 9,999)
    Cool to mild (45–65°F), variable conditions
    Rolling Hills

    San Antonio Marathon

    San Antonio, TX
    Emerging BQ
    December 6, 2026
    Large (2,000 - 9,999)
    Mild (50–65°F), low humidity
    Rolling Hills

    Run the Alamo 26.2 Marathon

    San Antonio, TX
    Emerging BQ
    March 1, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Cool to mild (45–65°F), variable conditions
    Rolling Hills

    Rescue Rover Marathon (Dalmatian Run Fest)

    Bedford, TX
    Emerging BQ
    February 14, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Mild (50–65°F), low humidity
    Rolling Hills

    Puppy Power Marathon (Dalmatian Run Fest)

    Bedford, TX
    Emerging BQ
    February 15, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Mild (50–65°F), low humidity
    Rolling Hills

    Mighty Mutt Marathon (Dalmatian Run Fest)

    Bedford, TX
    Emerging BQ
    February 16, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Mild (50–65°F), low humidity
    Rolling Hills

    Austin Solstice Circuit Marathon

    Spicewood, TX
    Emerging BQ
    July 11, 2026
    Small (<500)
    Warm to hot (65–80°F), humidity varies
    Rolling Hills

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