Classic City Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay
About this race
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.
Pick your distance
Running
Classic City Marathon
Classic City Half Marathon
Marathon Relay Team (2 - 4 people per team)
In the Marathon Relay, the total distance is divided into four segments of ~6-7 miles each. On a 4-person team, each runner covers one segment.
Greek Life Marathon Relay Team (2 - 4 people per team)
In the Marathon Relay, the total distance is divided into four segments of ~6-7 miles each. On a 4-person team, each runner covers one segment.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 4 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Athens.
About Athens
Classic City Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay takes place in Athens, Georgia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Athens
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- Athens 5K Races Best Athens routes for beginners and speed work.
- 10K Run Events in Athens The most popular local distance in Georgia.
- Athens Half Marathons Top-rated 21.1K courses in the Athens area.
- Marathons in Athens Scenic 42.2K routes and Athens Boston qualifiers.
- Athens Running Calendar 2026 See all upcoming race dates.
Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.
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