Athens Ohio Marathon
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Event overview
The Athens Ohio Marathon takes place in Athens, Ohio on April 19, 2026. The event has been held continuously since 1968 and the half marathon has run for several decades. The full marathon is USATF certified and listed as a Boston qualifier. Start and finish locations are in uptown Athens near Ohio University, with the official place listed as 30 E Union St, Athens, OH 45701.
Events and course
- Athens Marathon
- Athens Half Marathon
- Virtual Athens Marathon
- Virtual Athens Half Marathon
Both on-site courses run along the Hockhocking-Adena Bikeway and the Hocking River valley. The organizer describes the bikeway section as flat and fast and notes that both courses are well marked. The marathon finishes on the Ohio University track. Race-day information includes parking, aid stations, and spectator details.
Entry fees and eligibility are listed for each event. The in-person marathon fee is shown as $70 and the half marathon as $60. Virtual event fees are shown as $60. Age minimums are 18+ for the full marathon and 13+ for the half marathon; virtual events follow the same age limits. Fees increase after December 31, 2025. Additional race information and maps are available from the race organizers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
