Experience the vibrant heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains at the Asheville Marathon and Half, presented by New Belgium, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, with a 7:30 AM start from downtown's Pack Square Park. This boutique-style race showcases Asheville's eclectic charm with a scenic USATF-certified course winding through historic neighborhoods, the artistic River Arts District, and along the picturesque French Broad River Greenway. The marathon is a Boston Qualifier, offering a serious challenge amidst breathtaking landscapes, while both distances provide a first-class running experience complete with live music and local flavor.
Your registration includes premium swag, a custom finisher medal, complimentary photos, and a post-race New Belgium beer, capping off a celebration of community and resilience. As the first event in the Appalachian Trilogy series, it's the perfect opportunity to embark on a multi-race adventure in one of the Southeast's most beloved running destinations.
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 21km
Type — Running
07:30
$104.13
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 42km
Type — Running
07:30
$120.25
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 21km
Type — Running
07:30
$82.63
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 42km
Type — Running
07:30
$93.38
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Asheville.
The city of Asheville is a liberal, artsy community nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smoky Mountains in Western North Carolina. A popular tourist destination, this "Paris of the South," has one of the most impressive, comprehensive collections of Art Deco architecture in the United States. In 2011 Asheville was picked as one of the “10 Most Beautiful Places in America” by Good Morning America.
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calendar_today Mar 14, 2026
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