Asheville Marathon & Half

Asheville Marathon & Half is run in Asheville, North Carolina, on March 20, 2027, offering the full marathon (26.2 miles) and the Saturday half marathon (13.1 miles). Organized by iDaph Events, the course moves through the heart of the city past mural-covered buildings, with live music along the way and a mix of urban streets and Blue Ridge Mountain scenery.

Mountain-town geography means this is not a flat course, so approach the marathon with hill-specific work rather than pure flat mileage: a 16- to 20-week build with a weekly long run on rolling ground, plus practice running downhill hard without wrecking your quads. The half is the more forgiving choice for a first race here. Expect enthusiastic volunteers, creative signs, and a finish line with local beer and music.