The 2020 Marine Corps Marathon went virtual because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Author: Matt Pusatory (WUSA9)
Updated: 6:49 AM EDT May 19, 2021
QUANTICO, Va. — The Marine Corps Marathon Organization says the 2021 Marine Corps Marathon Weekend will be held live and in-person at the end of October in Arlington, Virginia and the nation’s capital.
Last year's marathon weekend was virtual-only because of coronavirus concerns.
“Throughout my many years heading the MCM Organization, we have faced various challenges and hurdled them all, often repeating the Marine Corps mantra to 'adapt and overcome.' This year will be no different,” said Organization Director Rick Nealis in a release, “The MCM’s mission is to highlight the high standards and organizational excellence of the United States Marine Corps and we are excited to showcase that as we plan to safely gather and celebrate the 46th MCM in person.”