New River Marathon
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Overview
The New River Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K takes place May 15-16, 2026 in the New River Valley near Todd, North Carolina. The event is USATF certified. The course runs alongside the New River, which is one of 14 American Heritage Rivers, and passes views of horse farms, Christmas tree farms and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Registration for 2026 is open.
Distances, entries and awards
- Marathon - 26.2 miles; 22.5 miles along the River
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles; 9.5 miles along the River
- 5K - 3.1 miles; 2.0 miles along the River
The event offers combo entries for the Marathon/5K and Half Marathon/5K. Runners registering for the Marathon or Half can add the 5K for an additional $20. Prices increase after January 31, 2026. Finishers receive locally crafted wooden medallions made from Blue Ridge Mountain wood and locally crafted awards; the finish line sponsor provides finisher goodies. The race is organized by Blue Ridge Endurance, which also sends monthly e-newsletters with race updates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.