The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 2026 is Atlanta’s premier spring running festival, set to take place in late February or early March, welcoming runners from across the country for a weekend of diverse distances and community celebration. Organized by the Atlanta Track Club, the event features a full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Youth Races (including 3K, 100m, and 50m dashes), all starting and finishing at Centennial Olympic Park. Runners follow USATF-certified courses past major city landmarks, with cheering crowds, on-course support, wave starts, and chip timing enhancing the race-day experience. The event often includes elite competition such as the USATF Half Marathon Championships, alongside local charity partnerships and a bustling race expo. Known as a cornerstone of “Running City USA,” it’s a highlight of Atlanta’s fitness calendar and a Boston qualifier for those seeking fast times.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
5 km
Race Date:
01 March, 2026
Scheduled for Sunday, March 1, 2026, the full marathon starts and finishes at Centennial Olympic Park and winds through Atlanta’s historic neighborhoods and landmarks, including Piedmont Park and the Georgia State University area. Organized by the Atlanta Track Club, this AIMS‑certified Abbott-ranked event offers a fast, scenic route with approximately 1,356 ft (414 m) of elevation gain and serves as a qualifier for World Marathon Majors and age-group rankings.
Race Date:
01 March, 2026
Also on Sunday, March 1, 2026, the Publix Half Marathon begins in waves from Centennial Olympic Park, journeys through scenic parts of Atlanta like the Piedmont corridor, and concludes back at the downtown finishline. Hosted by the Atlanta Track Club, this certified course sees elite competition—often featuring the USATF Half Marathon Championships—and has about 674 ft (205 m) of elevation gain.
Race Date:
28 February, 2026
Taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, the Publix 5K kicks off at Home Depot Backyard (adjacent to Mercedes‑Benz Stadium) and travels on urban streets alongside youth events, including 3 km runs and dashes for younger children. Organized by the Atlanta Track Club, it also serves as the USATF Masters 5K Championships and offers a festive prelude to race weekend.
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FAQs
What is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
How long is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
Where does the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
Scheduled for Sunday, March 1, 2026, the full marathon starts and finishes at Centennial Olympic Park and winds through Atlanta’s historic neighborhoods and landmarks, including Piedmont Park and the Georgia State University area. Organized by the Atlanta Track Club, this AIMS‑certified Abbott-ranked event offers a fast, scenic route with approximately 1,356 ft (414 m) of elevation gain and serves as a qualifier for World Marathon Majors and age-group rankings.
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon is 42km long.
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon takes place in Atlanta, GA, USA.
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon elevation gain is 414 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
Scheduled for Sunday, March 1, 2026, the full marathon starts and finishes at Centennial Olympic Park and winds through Atlanta’s historic neighborhoods and landmarks, including Piedmont Park and the Georgia State University area. Organized by the Atlanta Track Club, this AIMS‑certified Abbott-ranked event offers a fast, scenic route with approximately 1,356 ft (414 m) of elevation gain and serves as a qualifier for World Marathon Majors and age-group rankings.
How long is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon take place?
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon takes place in Atlanta, GA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon elevation gain is 414 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
How long is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
Where does the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
Also on Sunday, March 1, 2026, the Publix Half Marathon begins in waves from Centennial Olympic Park, journeys through scenic parts of Atlanta like the Piedmont corridor, and concludes back at the downtown finishline. Hosted by the Atlanta Track Club, this certified course sees elite competition—often featuring the USATF Half Marathon Championships—and has about 674 ft (205 m) of elevation gain.
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon takes place in Atlanta, GA, USA.
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon elevation gain is 205 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
Also on Sunday, March 1, 2026, the Publix Half Marathon begins in waves from Centennial Olympic Park, journeys through scenic parts of Atlanta like the Piedmont corridor, and concludes back at the downtown finishline. Hosted by the Atlanta Track Club, this certified course sees elite competition—often featuring the USATF Half Marathon Championships—and has about 674 ft (205 m) of elevation gain.
How long is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon take place?
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon takes place in Atlanta, GA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon elevation gain is 205 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
How long is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
Where does the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
How can I prepare for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
Taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, the Publix 5K kicks off at Home Depot Backyard (adjacent to Mercedes‑Benz Stadium) and travels on urban streets alongside youth events, including 3 km runs and dashes for younger children. Organized by the Atlanta Track Club, it also serves as the USATF Masters 5K Championships and offers a festive prelude to race weekend.
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K is 5km long.
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K takes place in Atlanta, GA, USA.
Runna classifies the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
Taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, the Publix 5K kicks off at Home Depot Backyard (adjacent to Mercedes‑Benz Stadium) and travels on urban streets alongside youth events, including 3 km runs and dashes for younger children. Organized by the Atlanta Track Club, it also serves as the USATF Masters 5K Championships and offers a festive prelude to race weekend.
How long is the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K take place?
The Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K takes place in Atlanta, GA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
Runna classifies the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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