What race distances can I run in Athens?
Athens has 5K (18), Half Marathon (4). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Athens, Georgia
Upcoming running races in and near Athens, Georgia - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
23 upcoming races · 9 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Athens races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 20262026 Fleet Feet AthHalf Training Run Series Athens, GAFreeDetails Sun, Sep 13, 2026Step Up & Support 4-H Athens, GAFrom $24Details Sun, Sep 20, 20261ra Carrera Tactical Gym MMA 5K Athens, GAFrom $65Register Sun, Oct 4, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Athens, GA Athens, GAFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026AthHalf Half Marathon and AthFest Educates 5K Athens, GAFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Athens, GA (41) Athens, GAFrom $30Register Sun, Oct 18, 2026The Data Run 5K Athens, GAFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 18, 20262026 Hope in Pink Athens, GAFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Red S.H.O.E 5K Walk/Run Athens, GAFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and 1-mile Fun Run Athens, GAFrom $25Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Faith Over Fear 5K Athens, GAFrom $20Register Sun, Nov 8, 2026"Faith over Fear" Walk/Run Athens, GAFrom $10Register Sat, Nov 14, 2026Corre Con Dignidad 5K Athens, GAFrom $30Details Wed, Nov 25, 20261621 Runs Athens, GAFrom $14Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Give Thanks 8K Athens, GAFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Glads Run ATH 5K Athens, GAFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (50) Athens, GAFrom $30Register Sun, Dec 13, 2026Birchmore Memorial Run/Walk for Fun 5K Athens, GAFrom $30Details Thu, Dec 31, 202621st Annual New Year's EVE At Noon 5K Athens, GAFrom $40Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Athens Academy Spartan 5K and Spartan Sprint Athens, GAFrom $25Details Sun, Feb 21, 2027Bookin’ It 5K Athens, GAFrom $15Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Classic City Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay Athens, GAFrom $105Details Sat, Aug 7, 20272027 Rock & Run 5K Athens, GAFrom $25Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Athens
When is race season in Athens?
October is the busiest month for races in Athens, with 7 of the 23, followed by November with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Athens?
13 of the 23 races in Athens already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Athens races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 9 races in Athens with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:42, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Athens?
Browse Athens run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.