2026 Mobile Marathon

The 2026 Mobile Marathon will take place on January 11, 2026 in Mobile, United States. The race will begin at Church Street next to Mardi Gras Park and feature full marathon, half marathon, relay, wheelchair, and fun‑run categories. Expect mild winter weather typical of early January in Mobile, with temperatures around 68 °F (20 °C), partly cloudy skies, and light winds. Participants can look forward to a well‑structured event that includes chip‑timed races, first‑aid stations, a clothes‑drop, and a 7‑hour course time limit that requires an average pace of 16 minutes per mile or faster.

What are the start times for the different race categories?

• →7:25 AM – Wheelchair participants
• →7:30 AM – Full Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay runners
• →12:30 PM – 1.2‑mile Fun Run (start at 200 Government St, corner of Government & Conception Streets)

Where does the race start and finish?

• →Start line: Church Street next to Mardi Gras Park
• →Finish chute: Near the start line (clothes drop and lost & found located here)

What are the distances and race categories available for the 2026 Mobile Marathon?

• →Full Marathon – 26.2 mi
• →Half Marathon – 13.1 mi
• →5‑Person Relay (Full) – 26.2 mi
• →2‑Person Relay (Half) – 13.1 mi
• →1.2‑mile Fun Run – 1.2 mi
• →Wheelchair participants – full marathon distance

What is the course time limit and pacing requirement for participants?

• →7‑hour total time limit
• →Must average 16 minutes per mile or faster to finish within the limit

How is race timing handled and how are results calculated?

• →Chip‑timed with a timing chip attached to each participant
• →Official results are based on gun time only, following USATF rules

When does registration open for the 2026 Mobile Marathon?

• →April 21, 2025

What are the registration fees for each race category, and when do the fees change?

• →Full Marathon: $95 (until Nov 1, 2025) → $160 (after Jan 2, 2026)
• →Half Marathon: $65 (until Nov 1, 2025) → $100 (after Jan 2, 2026)
• →5‑Person Relay (Full): $225 (until Nov 1, 2025) → $300 (after Jan 2, 2026)
• →2‑Person Relay (Half): $90 (until Nov 1, 2025) → $120 (after Jan 2, 2026)
• →1.2‑mile Fun Run: $20 (flat fee, no changes)

What discounts are available and how can I apply for them?

• →Military
• →Marathon Maniacs
• →50‑Staters
• →Discount codes must be requested via email to [email protected]

What runner services and amenities are provided during the race?

• →Clothes drop: Van near the start line; clothing placed in plastic bags
• →Pickup/Lost & Found: Near the finish chute
• →First aid stations: Trained personnel at each water stop

What safety rules must participants follow during the race?

• →Prohibited items: bicycles, strollers, roller blades, balls, headphones, pets

What awards and recognition are offered to participants?

• →Boston Marathon Qualifier for all marathon results (automatic forwarding to the Boston Athletic Association)
• →Awards and race shirts (details available elsewhere)

What weather conditions can participants expect on race day?

• →Mild winter: high ~68 °F (20 °C), low ~48 °F (9 °C)
• →Partly cloudy skies
• →Light winds 10–15 mph

What is included in the registration fee?

• →Race entry and timing chip
• →Official race shirt
• →Access to all water and food stations
• →First‑aid services and trained personnel
• →Participation in all scheduled events and ceremonies
• →Inclusion in official results and Boston Marathon qualification process if applicable.