2026 Suwanee Half Marathon

The 12th Annual Suwanee Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Suwanee, Georgia (ZIP 30024). Taking place in winter, participants can expect chilly temperatures typical for February in the region. The event features road and paved greenway courses with rolling hills, offering multiple race distances including a USATF-certified Half Marathon, and supports the Suwanee Public Arts Program.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon starting at 7:30 AM EST (USATF Certified Course GA19018DJ)
• →10K starting at 8:00 AM EST
• →5K (Old Town 5K) starting at 7:45 AM EST
• →Virtual race options are also available

How much does registration cost?

Half Marathon

• →Entry fee: $75 until February 14
• →Race day entry fee: $80

10K

• →Entry fee: $50 until February 14
• →Race day entry fee: $55

5K

• →Entry fee: $40 until February 14
• →Race day entry fee: $45

What is the course terrain and description?

Half Marathon

• →Terrain: Road and paved greenway (mixed with rolling "Suwanee hills")
• →Course Description: Starts at Suwanee City Hall; runs north toward Peachtree Industrial Blvd; loops through George Pierce Park; follows Suwanee Creek Greenway to McGinnis Ferry Road; continues under McGinnis Ferry into Suwanee Creek Park; turns around near the bathrooms; retrace route back via greenway and boardwalk bridge to finish at City Hall.
• →Alternate Route: A weather-adjusted certified course will be used if flooding occurs on the greenway.

10K

• →Terrain: Road and paved greenway
• →Course Description: Out-and-back route starting at City Hall; heads opposite direction of half and 5K; passes Townhomes; crosses bridge to greenway; proceeds to Suwanee Creek Park; turns back to finish at City Hall.

5K (Old Town 5K)

• →Terrain: Road
• →Course Description: Starts in front of City Hall; goes under tunnel; turns left down Main Street into Old Town Suwanee; continues into neighborhoods; turns around near water tower; returns down Main Street to finish at City Hall.

What are the event schedule and timing?

• →Packet Pickup (Friday, Feb 13): Big Peach Running Co., Suwanee (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
• →Packet Pickup (Saturday, Feb 14): Suwanee Town Center Park Stage (12:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
• →Race Day Packet Pickup (Feb 15): Start/finish area (6:00 AM – 7:45 AM)
• →5K Start: 7:45 AM EST
• →Half Marathon Start: 7:30 AM EST
• →10K Start: 8:00 AM EST
• →Half Marathon Cutoff: 11:00 AM (3 hours 30 minutes)

What is included with registration?

• →Finishers medal for all distances
• →Commemorative blanket (awarded to the first 300 Half Marathon finishers)
• →Soft cotton/blend shirt (guaranteed only if registered by January 31)
• →Post-race food and refreshments (implied by event type)
• →Awards pickup available 15 minutes post-finish (no mailing)

What awards and recognition are offered?

Half Marathon

• →Top 3 overall (Male/Female)
• →Top 3 in standard age groups through 75+

10K

• →Overall Male and Female
• →Masters Male and Female
• →Top 3 per age group

5K

• →Overall
• →Masters
• →Top 3 per age group

What is the weather policy and expected conditions?

• →Weather: February in Suwanee can be chilly; participants should dress accordingly.
• →No formal ceremony is held due to typical cold temperatures.
• →Course Alteration: If flooding occurs on the greenway, a weather-adjusted certified course will be utilized.

What are the event beneficiaries and causes?

• →The event supports the Suwanee Public Arts Program, which funds art installations around Suwanee Town Center.

Are volunteers needed?

• →Volunteers are needed for the event.
• →Volunteers are provided with food and post-race swag.