Name: Asheville Marathon and Half
Start: 2025-03-15T07:30:00-04:00
Location: Pack Square Park, Court Plaza, Asheville, NC, USA

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.

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.

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
Dri-fit tech shirt, available in unisex & women's sizes, until deadline
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 Dri-fit Tech 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.

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

Packet Pickup + Race Expo

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

This race is part of the Appalachian Trilogy!

Registration for the 2025 series will open soon! Register for all three (or four!) events at the same time and receive a discount at checkout!

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Run THREE iDaph Events Half Marathons in 2025 and get a gorgeous, bonus Appalachian Trilogy medal!

If you register for at least three out of four iDaph Events half marathons in 2025, you’ll get an awesome extra medal after the last one! The deadline to register for at least three of the races is July 6, 2025 at midnight (so we can order your medals!) Medals will be given out at the 2025 Black Bear Half Marathon event.

Here are the four eligible events to choose from. As long as you are registered for at least THREE of them by July 6th at midnight, you’ll get your extra medal!

Date	Event
March 15th	The Asheville Marathon and Half (the full marathon also qualifies)
May 10th	The Jump Off Rock Half Marathon
June 8th	The RAD Half Marathon
October 12th	The Black Bear Half Marathon

The Appalachian Trilogy events can be participated in either virtually, in person or a combination of both!

Want to CONNECT with others that are completing the Appalachian Trilogy? Join the Facebook Group!

There are only 200 spots available in the series.

Accept the challenge and earn your bling!

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 1 month 14 days

Includes free dri-fit 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 1 month 14 days

Includes free dri-fit 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)

$75.00

Register for VIRTUAL Marathon

VIRTUAL Half Marathon