Publix Atlanta Marathon

Registration Open
Atlanta, GA, United States
Mar 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM

The Lowdown

Join us for the AJC Peachtree Road Race. Visit the registration page for more details.The Publix Atlanta Marathon is a challenging, rolling-course marathon through Atlanta’s most iconic neighborhoods. Runners experience steep hills, energetic crowd support, and landmarks such as the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, Piedmont Park, and Midtown. The race is known for its toughness, scenic urban course, and strong organization by Atlanta Track Club.

Race Day

Weather Forecast

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winter
cool

Elevation

Terrain Profile

⛰️

Relatively flat course

Participants

Field Size

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3,000RUNNERS

Medium-sized race

Crowd Rating

Spectator Support

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5/ 10

Good crowd energy

Boston Qualifier

This race qualifies for the Boston Marathon

Race Weekend

Other distances available

5K (3.1 miles / 5 km)
Half Marathon (13.1 miles / 21.1 km)

Notable Landmarks

1

Centennial Olympic Park

2

Georgia Tech campus

3

Piedmont Park

4

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park

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Historic Old Fourth Ward

6

Midtown Atlanta

7

Mercedes-Benz Stadium area

Race Location

Atlanta, GA, United States

US

Avg. Hotel Cost
$180/ night

Based on nearby accommodations

Requirements
Minimum Age14 years
Eligibility
  • Must meet minimum age
  • Open to all runners capable of completing the race within the time limit
  • No medical certificate require
Documents
  • Photo ID for bib pickup
  • Confirmation email
  • No medical documentation required
Entry Methods
  • General online entry
  • Atlanta Track Club member pricing
  • Charity/partner entry options
  • No lottery required

Cancellation & Refunds

Policy details

No refunds or deferrals except under extraordinary circumstances defined by the Atlanta Track Club. Registrations are non-transferable.

The Publix Atlanta Marathon is known for its challenging hills and scenic urban course. Includes a lively expo and multiple weekend events.

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