Tennessee · Marathon

Marathon Races in Tennessee

Every upcoming Marathon in Tennessee, all 3 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

3 upcoming Marathon races · 2 with finish-time stats

5K 28110K 99Half Marathon 65Ultra 4
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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Tennessee races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field2,447 finishersCovenant Health Knoxville Marathon, Half Marathon, Relays, 5K and Kids Runin the Half Marathon

Marathon Races by City

Chattanooga 1Cookeville 1Knoxville 1

Soonest Marathon Races in Tennessee

3 total
Sat, Sep 12, 2026Trash Panda, An Awesomesauce Event Chattanooga, TN5K10KHalf Marathon26.2KFrom $50Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Cummins Falls Marathon, Half, 10K, 5K Cookeville, TNMarathonHalf Marathon10K5KFrom $35Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon, Half Marathon, Relays, 5K and Kids Run Knoxville, TN29.3 Miles16.2 MilesMarathonHalf MarathonFrom $20Details

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 Jul 27, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a Marathon in Tennessee

Which Tennessee cities have the most Marathon races?

Chattanooga (1), Cookeville (1), Knoxville (1) lead the state for Marathon races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.

How much do Tennessee Marathon races cost?

Entry fees for Marathon races here run from $20 to about $50, depending on the event and how early you register.

How early should I register for a Marathon in Tennessee?

3 of the 3 Marathon races in Tennessee 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 there trail Marathon races in Tennessee?

Yes, one race around Tennessee gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.