Bound for Boston Marathon - Atlanta
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Event overview
The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon takes place on September 6, 2026, in Johns Creek, GA (4030 Johns Creek Pkwy, 30024). The event includes multiple race options and virtual entries.
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- Virtual Marathon
- Virtual Half Marathon
The event is capped at 175 participants. Both the marathon and half marathon courses are USATF certified; the marathon is a Boston qualifier (certificate number GA17053WC).
Course and timing
Races use a 1-mile loop course described as flat. The loop requires multiple laps for each distance; a short extra segment (about 0.2 miles) leads to the finish. Timing is chip based for start and finish, with chip timed splits each mile. Mile split times are shown on timing clocks at the mile points.
Services, awards and rules
Aid is provided on course with water, an electrolyte-style drink, and bananas. There are two stations along the course and a designated area for personal aid or drop bags. All finishers receive a custom finisher medal and race shirts are guaranteed for participants registered by the stated deadline. Awards include overall, master, grand master categories and 5-year age groups. Registrations are final; there are no refunds, transfers, or deferments. The event lists the Georgia Alliance Against Breast Cancer as its 2026 charity partner. Volunteers may be eligible for a $50 gift card under the race volunteer policy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
