2026 Classic City Marathon

The Third Annual Classic City Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay is scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. The event begins and ends at the Classic Center, located at 300 North Thomas Street in Athens, Georgia. Weather conditions for this time of year in Athens typically feature cold temperatures, with averages ranging from the low 30s to mid-40s Fahrenheit. Participants can expect a professionally organized race presented by Piedmont Athens Regional, featuring an indoor Expo and packet pick-up at the venue, handmade compostable laurel wreaths for marathon finishers, and a PR gong to celebrate personal records.

What is the special offer available for registration?

• →Discount Code: WELCOME2026
• →Deal: $26 off any registration
• →Deadline: January 1, 2026

What distances are available for this event?

• →Marathon (26.2 miles)
• →Half-Marathon (13.1 miles)
• →Marathon Relay Team (2–4 persons)

How much does registration cost?

• →Marathon: $140
• →Half-Marathon: $115
• →Relay Team: $260 (paid in full by first registrant)

When is the online registration deadline?

• →Friday, January 23, 2025, at 3:59 p.m.

Is race-day registration available?

• →No, race-day registration is not available.
• →In-person registration may be available at the Expo (higher prices, only if not sold out).

What is the T-shirt deadline?

• →November 1, 2025
• →Later registrants may receive extras if available.

What charity partners are involved?

• →The Cancer Foundation
• →Offers a fundraising option
• →Can reimburse registration fees

When is packet pick-up?

• →Friday, January 23, 2026
• →Saturday, January 24, 2026

Where is the start and finish line?

• →Start and finish at the Classic Center, 300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA

What time does the race start?

• →7:30 a.m.

What amenities are provided at the event?

• →Indoor convention center space for Expo, restrooms, and post-race celebrations
• →Zero Waste events promoting sustainability
• →Handmade, compostable laurel wreaths for marathon finishers
• →PR gong for runners celebrating personal records

Who presents the event?

• →Presented by Piedmont Athens Regional
• →Organized by Athens Road Runners and Classic City Marathon Association

Are there any unique event features?

• →Collaboration with local schools, artists, and musicians for medals, posters, and entertainment
• →Starting line located at the partner hotel’s front door