Atlanta Marathon
Atlanta Marathon serves up a punishingly hilly tour of the city.
Race Date
Mar 7, 2027
Location
Atlanta, GA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, March 7, 2027
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Atlanta Marathon is an unapologetically tough road race that winds through the city's hills, with over 1,000 feet of climbing according to runners. The point-to-point course starts at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and finishes at the Home Depot location, passing college campuses and city streets. Runners report steep climbs and relentless elevation changes, making this a true test for marathoners.
Despite the difficulty, the event is well-organized with ample aid stations and consistent support. The expo is sparse, but swag and bib pickup are efficient. Spectators dot the course, and the finisher area is spacious and easy to navigate.
For those seeking a challenging urban marathon with a strong local feel, the Atlanta Marathon delivers an authentic and demanding experience. Proper hill training is essential to conquer this course.
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Difficulty
Hilly
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
USATF certified · 3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 63°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
60°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.3"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Atlanta Marathon?
The Atlanta Marathon is held on Sunday, March 7, 2027.
Where does the Atlanta Marathon take place?
It takes place in Atlanta, Georgia.
What distances does the Atlanta Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Atlanta Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Atlanta Marathon is a hilly, point to point course.
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