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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
- Complimentary dri-fit 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 dri-fit event shirt, available in unisex and women's sizes, with your registration until Sunday, February 8th at midnight. Beginning Monday, February 9th, shirts will only be available in limited quantities and sizes until sold out.
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 22nd 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 2026 series will open December 16th, 2025! Register for all three (or four!) events at the same time and receive a discount at checkout!
CLICK HERE for more information!
Group Training Program!
Asheville Marathon & Half Group Training Program
Take your marathon or half marathon training to the next level with our new group training program, launching in late fall/early winter! This program is a collaborative effort between JBird Multisport Coaching and Fleet Feet Asheville and is led by RRCA-certified running coach Jay Hamvas.
You’ll get:
- Structured training plans designed to build strength and endurance
- Weekend group runs with coaching guidance and guest speakers
- Access to Fleet Feet's weekday group runs and track workouts
Whether you’re chasing a PR or running your first half or marathon, this program will keep you motivated and race-ready with the support of an experienced coach and a welcoming local running community.
Add training to your registration and join the community!
Event schedule
- Fri, March 20, 2026 11:00 AM - Packet Pickup + Race Expo: 11am - 7pm at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Asheville - Biltmore Village
- Sat, March 21, 2026 6:00 AM - Emergency Bib Pickup (BIBS ONLY): 6am - 7am at Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown
- Sat, March 21, 2026 7:30 AM - Race Start
- Sat, March 21, 2026 10:30 AM - Half Marathon Award Ceremony
- Sat, March 21, 2026 11:00 AM - Marathon Award Ceremony
- Sat, March 21, 2026 2:00 PM - Course Cutoff
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Marathon (Downtown AVL)
Price changes in 15 days 15 hours-
Includes free dri-fit event shirt, finisher medal, complimentary shuttle ticket to/from host hotel, goody bag, and free post-race beer (21+)
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$120.25
EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH PRICING
Jul 17 – Jul 27 -
Register for Marathon (Downtown AVL)$131.00
SUPER DUPER EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING
Now registering Jul 28 – Aug 24 -
$136.38
STILL PRETTY EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING
Aug 25 – Sep 21 -
$141.75
EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING
Sep 22 – Nov 2 -
$147.13
STANDARD REGISTRATION PRICING
Nov 3 – Jan 4 -
$152.50
ALMOST LATE REGISTRATION PRICING
Jan 5 – Feb 15 -
$157.88
LATE REGISTRATION PRICING
Feb 16 – Mar 15 -
$163.25
RACE WEEK PRICING
Mar 16 – Mar 21
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Half Marathon (Downtown AVL)
Price changes in 15 days 15 hours-
Includes free dri-fit event shirt, finisher medal, complimentary shuttle ticket to/from host hotel, goody bag, and free post-race beer (21+)
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$104.13
EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH PRICING
Jul 17 – Jul 27 -
Register for Half Marathon (Downtown AVL)$114.88
SUPER DUPER EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING
Now registering Jul 28 – Aug 24 -
$120.25
STILL PRETTY EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING
Aug 25 – Sep 21 -
$125.63
EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING
Sep 22 – Nov 2 -
$131.00
STANDARD REGISTRATION PRICING
Nov 3 – Jan 4 -
$136.38
ALMOST LATE REGISTRATION PRICING
Jan 5 – Feb 15 -
$141.75
LATE REGISTRATION PRICING
Feb 16 – Mar 15 -
$147.13
RACE WEEK PRICING
Mar 16 – Mar 21
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VIRTUAL Marathon
(NOT PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON)
VIRTUAL Half Marathon
(NOT PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON)
Contact information
- Event contact
- The iDaph Support Team
- Phone
- 828.684.0812
- Website
- Visit website
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Sponsors
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Presenting Sponsor
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Annual Sponsors
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Local Awards Partner
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Corporate Sponsor
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Race Partners
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Accommodations Partners
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