Heroes of America Marathon/Half Marathon/5K

Heroes of America Marathon/Half Marathon/5K

The Heroes of America Marathon/Half Marathon/5K takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in Columbus, GA. The event includes a marathon, half marathon, 5k, and a relay race. The marathon and half marathon start at 8:00 AM EDT, and the 5k starts at 8:10 AM EDT. The marathon course is a certified Boston Marathon qualifier (USATF GA17085WC).

Events:

• Heroes of America Marathon (Civilian)
• Heroes of American Marathon (Military)
• Heroes of America Half Marathon (Civilian)
• Heroes of America Half Marathon (Military)
• Heroes of America 5K (Civilian)
• Heroes of America 5K (Military)
• Heroes of America Relay (Military) Ranger Challenge

Location: Columbus, GA 31901 US

Packet Pickup: Friday, March 20, 2026 at the Columbus Marriott (800 Front Avenue, Columbus, GA 3901) from Noon to 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM; Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 6:00 AM to 7:45 AM.

Marathon Details: 26.2-mile course starting and finishing at West 10th St and Bay Ave. Minimum age: 16.

Half Marathon Details: 13.1-mile course starting and finishing at West 10th St and Bay Ave. Minimum age: 10.

5K Details: 3.1-mile course starting and finishing at West 10th St and Bay Ave. Minimum age: 6.

Relay Details: Teams of no more than 2 runners. Exchange point at mile 13.1 inside Ft Benning (accessible by car with military clearance).

Awards: Race t-shirts and finisher medals for all participants. Age group awards for 5k, half marathon, and marathon.