Classic City Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay
Athens, GA | Saturday, March 20, 2027Registration Open
Runners at FindMyMarathon.com voted us the Best Marathon in Georgia for 2026 , and our goal is to be even better for 2027! Choose the full marathon (26.2 miles), the half marathon (13.1 miles), or our 2- to 4-person marathon relay (approx. 6-7 miles per person, for a 4-person team). No matter which distance you choose, the Classic City Marathon Association wants your race weekend to be your best ever. Come share the joy and the community of running the Classic City! See classiccitymarathon.com for many more details about our events.
Available Distances
Awards & Prizes
Awards and Goodies
Finisher Medals: Half Marathon / Marathon / Marathon Relay finishers will receive an awesome Finisher Medal. In the interest of environmental friendliness and sustainability, runners may opt out of receiving a Finisher's Medal during the registration process. Awards will be presented in the following categories for both races: Top 3 Overall Male / Female Top 3 Overall Masters Male / Female (40 yrs+) Top 3 Overall GrandMasters Male / Female (50 yrs+) Top 3 Overall non-binary 1st, 2nd,
Participant Giveaway
26.2 Miles: T-Shirt
13.1 Miles: T-Shirt
Registration & Pricing
Distance
Price
Opens
Closes
26.2 Miles
$110.00
May 1
May 31
$125.00
Jun 1
Jul 31
$140.00
Aug 1
Dec 31
$155.00
Jan 1
Feb 28
$170.00
Mar 1
Mar 19
$180.00
Mar 19
Mar 19
13.1 Miles
$75.00
May 1
Past Results
Marathon
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2026
472
4:12:22
2:40:24
2025
506
4:14:44
2:29:02
2024
460
4:14:59
2:34:38
Half Marathon
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2026
710
2:08:50
1:16:45
2025
698
2:10:38
1:15:19
Interested in this race?
May 31
$90.00
Jun 1
Jul 31
$105.00
Aug 1
Dec 31
$120.00
Jan 1
Feb 28
$135.00
Mar 1
Mar 19
$140.00
Mar 19
Mar 19
Event Schedule
Friday, January 23, 2026 CLASSIC CITY EXPO AND PACKET PICKUP Athens Classic Center 300 North Thomas Street Athens, GA Grand Hall 8 HOURS: 4:00pm - 7:00pm Packet pickup and last minute registration for events that have not sold out will be available at the Expo along with lots of great vendors. Saturday, January 24, 2026 Starting line is at 510 North Thomas Street Race Start Time: 7:30AM Packet Pickup, Gear Check and Restrooms Classic Center Grand Ballroom 8 Hours: 6:00am - 7:00am