AthHalf Half Marathon and AthFest Educates 5K

  • Date Sat 11th October 2025 - Sun 12th October 2025
  • Time 2:30PM EDT
  • Location Athens, Georgia
  • Price $38.10 - $69.90
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the AthHalf Half Marathon and AthFest Educates 5K, taking place on October 11-12, 2025, in the vibrant city of Athens, Clarke! This exciting event showcases the best of Athens, featuring a scenic half marathon course that winds through historic districts, downtown, and the beautiful University of Georgia campus. Runners will be energized by live performances from local bands throughout the route, creating a lively atmosphere that enhances the experience.

For those looking for a shorter challenge, the 5K course offers a delightful exploration of downtown Athens and the charming Boulevard neighborhood. With live music at both the start and finish lines, participants will have the perfect soundtrack to celebrate their achievements. The AthHalf is not just about running; it’s a community celebration where residents come together to cheer on participants, making it a truly uplifting experience. Plus, by participating, you're supporting a wonderful causeβ€”proceeds from the race fund high-quality music and arts education for local K-12 youth. Join us for a weekend of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Athens!

Organiser's Description

The AthHalf packs all that Athens has to offer into exciting half marathon and 5K courses! The half marathon course includes a run through Athens historic districts, downtown, and the UGA campus, with local Athens bands performing live throughout the course. The 5K course explores downtown Athens and the Boulevard neighborhood with a live band at the start and finish line to help you celebrate your accomplishment. Athens residents come out in force to cheer on and entertain runners along the way, adding to the fun energy of these popular events.

The AthHalf is produced annually by the nonprofit organization, AthFest Educates, and race proceeds support our mission of funding high-quality music and arts education programming for local K 12 youth. When you run the AthHalf, you are directly impacting a childs access to music and the arts. Thank you!

Races

  • AthFest Educates 5K

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & 5K T-Shirt

    Sat 11th October 2025 (2:30PM EDT)

    $38.10

    OPENS SOON
  • AthHalf Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Half Marathon T-Shirt

    Sun 12th October 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS SOON
  • Virtual AthHalf Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Half Marathon T-Shirt

    $54.00

    OPENS SOON
    Run your 13.1 miles anywhere and submit your finish time on the results page. Results may be entered between September 1, 2025 and October 31, 2025. T-shirt and medal will be mailed for a $15.00 mailing fee. A no shirt / no medal option is available.

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Location

Washington and Lumpkin Street, Athens, 30601, GA, United States

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