The New Belgium Asheville Marathon & Half returns in 2027, celebrating 15 years with a course that highlights the city’s best—historic neighborhoods, lively downtown streets, the colorful River Arts District, and scenic miles along the French Broad River Greenway.
The half and the marathon are both USATF certified, and the marathon remains a Boston-qualifying event.
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Marathon Certification Number: NC26002DF
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
- Complimentary dri-fit event shirt, available in unisex & women's sizes
- A unique, custom-designed, commemorative finisher medal
- A goody bag
- Complimentary shuttle from finish to host hotel ($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 7th at midnight. Beginning Monday, February 8th, 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 $20 during registration or from the race store up until February 21st 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 2027 series opens in December! 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 19, 2027 11:00 AM - Packet Pickup + Race Expo: 11am - 7pm | Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown
- Sat, March 20, 2027 6:00 AM - Emergency Bib Pickup (BIBS ONLY): 6am - 7am | Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown
- Sat, March 20, 2027 7:30 AM - Race Start
- Sat, March 20, 2027 11:00 AM - Half Marathon Award Ceremony
- Sat, March 20, 2027 11:30 AM - Marathon Award Ceremony
- Sat, March 20, 2027 2:00 PM - Course Cutoff
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Marathon (Downtown AVL)
Includes finisher medal, free dri-fit event shirt, complimentary shuttle ticket from finish to host hotel, complimentary race photos, complimentary post-race beer (21+) or ice cream and goody bag!
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Register for Marathon (Downtown AVL)$114.88
Run it Again Promotion
Mar 19 - Mar 23
Half Marathon (Downtown AVL)
Includes finisher medal, free dri-fit event shirt, complimentary shuttle ticket from finish to host hotel, complimentary race photos, complimentary post-race beer (21+) or ice cream and goody bag!
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Register for Half Marathon (Downtown AVL)$104.13
Run it Again Promotion
Mar 19 - Mar 23
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
Countdown to event
Sponsors
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Presenting Sponsor
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Accommodations Partners
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Local Awards Partner
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Corporate Sponsor
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Race Partners
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