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Asheville Marathon and Half

Presented by New Belgium

There’s nowhere quite like Asheville, North Carolina. It’s an authentic destination where natural beauty and creativity collide. Down her streets, around each neighborhood, and through her greenways lies a vibrant energy and independent spirit that is unrivaled. And whether you run 26.2 or 13.1, you’ll love everything she has to offer. This is the Asheville Marathon and Half presented by New Belgium!


We are excited to officially announce course enhancements are coming for the 13th Annual Asheville Marathon & Half!

Hurricane Helene may have altered our landscape, but it hasn’t shaken our spirit. This year’s course will carry the weight of what was lost, and as you run, you’ll witness both beauty and destruction. The damage caused by this disaster is heartbreaking, and this year’s race will be emotional for many of us. Like all great comeback stories, this is our moment to rise—facing challenges together and discovering strength and hope with every stride.

The Asheville Marathon & Half presented by New Belgium takes participants on a running adventure through the best parts of this iconic community. Both courses begin in the heart of Downtown Asheville at Pack Square Park. Runners will traverse city streets and travel through historic neighborhoods. After a generous descent into the River Arts District, the half marathon will finish at New Belgium Brewing while the marathon route follows the banks of the French Broad River through parks and greenways before finishing in the same location as the half marathon.

Post-race shuttles back to both Pack Square Park and the DoubleTree Hotel (Biltmore Village) are free for all race participants.

Both courses have been submitted to city officials and are currently pending approval. Once approved, the routes will once again be USA Track and Field sanctioned and certified. The Asheville Marathon will continue to be a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.


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City of Asheville Permit Pending
Course is subject to change

Here's what's included with your entry

  • A first-class running experience in Western North Carolina!
  • Entry into either the half or marathon
  • An unforgettable, unique 'boutique-style' race experience from start to finish
  • Free access to Pre-Race Expo
  • RECOVER Brand event shirt, available in unisex & women's sizes
  • A unique, custom-designed, commemorative finisher medal
  • A goody bag
  • Complimentary shuttle from host hotel (to and from race - $20 value)
  • Live Music along the course and at the finish
  • Scenic courses exploring Downtown, the Greenways and the River Arts District in Asheville, NC
  • Courses fully-marked with route signs and course markings on the road
  • Interactive course maps to get you prepped for race day
  • Professionally chip timed race with accurate, live results
  • Spectator friendly courses
  • A complimentary beer from New Belgium Brewing to enjoy after those miles!
  • One-of-a-kind Prizes made locally
  • Complimentary, high-quality race photos
  • Skip packet pickup and have your swag shipped! The option to have your race number and shirt shipped before the race is available for purchase during registration.
  • USATF Sanctioned Event and USATF Certified Courses
  • Boston Qualifier

Event Swag

Receive a complimentary RECOVER Brand event shirt, available in unisex and women's sizes, with your registration, until Sunday, February 23rd at midnight. Beginning Monday, February 24th, shirts will only be available in limited quantities and sizes.

You have the option to have your shirt + bib mailed to you in advance, so you can skip packet pickup! Purchase this option for $15 during registration or from the race store up until February 23rd at midnight. Packets will ship approximately 1 1/2 to 2 weeks prior to race day.


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All finishers will receive an awesome commemorative medal as soon as they finish the race!

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Packet Pickup + Race Expo

CLICK HERE for Packet Pickup + Race Expo schedule and details.

This race is part of the Appalachian Trilogy!

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The Asheville Marathon & Half is the 1st event in the Appalachian Trilogy Series!

Registration for the 2025 series is NOW OPEN! Register for all three (or four!) events at the same time and receive a discount at checkout!


CLICK HERE for more information!

Event schedule

  • Fri, March 14, 2025 11:00 AM - Packet Pickup + Race Expo: 11am - 7pm at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Asheville - Biltmore Village
  • Sat, March 15, 2025 6:00 AM - Emergency Bib Pickup (BIBS ONLY): 6am - 7am at Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown
  • Sat, March 15, 2025 7:30 AM - Race Start
  • Sat, March 15, 2025 10:30 AM - Half Marathon Award Ceremony
  • Sat, March 15, 2025 11:00 AM - Marathon Award Ceremony
  • Sat, March 15, 2025 2:00 PM - Course Cutoff

Registration fees

Marathon (Downtown AVL)

Price changes in 21 days 18 hours

  • Includes free RECOVER Brand event shirt until deadline, finisher medal, complimentary shuttle ticket to/from host hotel, goody bag, and free post-race beer (21+)

    1. $130.00

      REGULAR REGISTRATION

      Now registering Sep 23 – Jan 12
      Register for Marathon (Downtown AVL)
    2. $140.00

      LATE REGISTRATION

      Jan 13 – Feb 23
    3. $150.00

      RACE READY

      Feb 24 – Mar 15

Half Marathon (Downtown AVL)

Price changes in 21 days 18 hours

  • Includes free RECOVER Brand event shirt until deadline, finisher medal, complimentary shuttle ticket to/from host hotel, goody bag, and free post-race beer (21+)

    1. $120.00

      REGULAR REGISTRATION

      Now registering Sep 23 – Jan 12
      Register for Half Marathon (Downtown AVL)
    2. $130.00

      LATE REGISTRATION

      Jan 13 – Feb 23
    3. $140.00

      RACE READY

      Feb 24 – Mar 15

VIRTUAL Marathon

(NOT PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON)

  1. $75.00
    Register for VIRTUAL Marathon

VIRTUAL Half Marathon

(NOT PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON)

  1. $65.00
    Register for VIRTUAL Half Marathon

Contact information

Event contact
The iDaph Support Team
Email
support@idaph.net
Phone
828.684.0812
Website
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