Publix Atlanta Marathon
Atlanta · Mar 1, 2026
A historic Southern marathon through the heart of the New South. The March course passes Centennial Olympic Park, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, and leafy Piedmont Park, tracing Atlanta's journey from Civil War to Olympic host.
Date
Mar 1, 2026
Difficulty
Medium
Elevation
~280m elevation gain
Field Size
15,000 runners
Course
Starting from Centennial Olympic Park, past Martin Luther King Jr. Historic Site, Piedmont Park, and Emory University, finishing at the stadium
Tips
- •March temps around 5-18°C, variable spring weather — check the forecast
- •Atlanta is hillier than expected — train on inclines for this course
- •Pre-race visits: Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, MLK Historic Site, Stone Mountain
- •Southern hospitality is real — expect friendly locals and great post-race food
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